Position: Headteacher
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Hours: 40 hours per week, term time, permanent position
Salary Details: Up to £60,000 per annum DOE
September Start
Oakwood school in Shrewsbury is looking for an experienced Headteacher to lead our small, dedicated SEMH setting school.
If you are looking for the role that combines impact, purpose and leadership- this is it.
The school:
Oakwood School is an independent specialist provision which provides high quality, personalised education for young people aged 5 to 16 with social, emotional and mental health difficulties and who are at significant risk. Our approach to education at Oakwood School is to inspire and engage our learners through a range of positive learning experiences. We strongly believe that all learners can achieve their personal best with the right guidance, encouragement and support.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role.
- A strong understanding of SEMH needs and/or alternative provision.
- A track record of improving outcomes for pupils.
- The ability to lead, inspire, and develop staff teams.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A clear vision for school improvement and high standards.
- Resilience, adaptability, and a child-centred approach.
- Experience managing budgets, school operations and resources efficiently.
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of staff, children and young people.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) – desirable.
What matters most:
- A genuine commitment to making a difference for each pupil.
- A nurturing approach that builds trust and confidence.
- A collaborative style, valuing and developing your team.
- Enthusiasm, energy, and a love for leading a small school community.
Why choose us:
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunity to progress in your career.
- Training opportunities either face to face or online.
- Wellbeing- Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
- You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you in to this role.
- Supportive management and senior leads.
- We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK`s biggest care providers.
Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.
Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.