Head of School

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Liverpool
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Director
SALARY
£71,330 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Leadership Special Educational Needs (SEN) Autism Spectrum Conditions Staff Management Curriculum Development Strategic Planning Communication Safeguarding

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of School ([Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Group)

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is seeking a Head of School for its Merseyside special school. This is a permanent, full-time leadership role based in Liverpool.

Employer Information

  • Employer: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group
  • Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Head Office, Darwen Road, Bolton, BL7 9AB
  • Website: https://careers.birtenshaw.org.uk/
  • Contact Name: Jennifer Greenhough
  • Contact Telephone: [contact hidden]
  • Contact Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

About the Organisation

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] School Merseyside is an independent special school offering education for children aged 3-19 who have an EHCP for pupils with significant physical impairment, complex health needs, learning disability and / or Autistic Spectrum Conditions. Our dynamic and passionate staff are committed to the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] vision of ‘Transforming Lives’.

Role Information

  • Job Title: Head of School
  • Job Type: Leadership
  • Job Phase: Special Educational Needs
  • Location: Liverpool
  • Grade: Leadership
  • Actual Salary Range: L10-L14, £64,691 - £71,330
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Contract Term: Full time
  • Closing Date: Wednesday, May 6th, 2026

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic leader with a proven track record. Working in partnership with the Director: Education, the newly appointed Head of School will be expected to provide outstanding leadership of the school, promoting and securing a foundation in order to achieve high standards in all areas. As Head of School you will be responsible for setting high aspirations and maintaining the highest standards of provision by creating a comprehensive development strategy that will provide staff with direction and encourage students to aim high. Supported by the Director: Education, School Governing Board and the Board of Trustees, you will provide strong leadership to the school to ensure the delivery of outstanding education.

Personal Qualities

The successful candidate will be a motivational leader with a proven track record of educational development especially in the field of special educational needs and autism. You will need to show commitment to our mission, aims and values.

Application Information

  • Closing Date: Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
  • Closing Time: 12:00pm
  • Interview Date: Wednesday, May 20th, 2026

How to Apply

For further information visit https://careers.birtenshaw.org.uk/ or to discuss the role or arrange a visit please contact Amy Standish (Director: Education) on [contact hidden] or email at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Recruitment Documents

  • Job Description: Download Job Description
  • Application Form: Download Application Form
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