Headteacher – New SEMH School

The Role

Joining in September, you will have a structured preparation period ahead of a planned pupil admission in December/January. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the successful pre-opening phase of the school
• Oversee final preparations for registration and operational launch
• Develop and embed policies, systems and safeguarding procedures
• Recruit and build a high-performing staff team including deputy leadership, teachers and support staff
• Create a positive, therapeutic and aspirational school culture
• Ensure the curriculum meets the needs of pupils with SEMH profiles
• Build strong relationships with families, commissioners and external stakeholders
• Drive high standards of teaching, behaviour, attendance and outcomes from day one
• Lead the school through its first Ofsted inspection and beyond

About You

We are looking for a Headteacher who can bring experience, credibility and vision. You will have:

• Previous Headteacher or senior leadership experience within specialist or alternative provision settings
• The ability to start in September
• Experience of opening a new school or leading significant school improvement projects
• Strong understanding of SEMH, SEND and trauma-informed practice
• Proven success in achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding, compliance and regulatory frameworks
• Experience in recruitment, team building and developing staff culture
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to work in partnership with wider organisational stakeholders
• Resilience, adaptability and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment

Contact

To apply or for more information, contact Jordanna Osborn at [contact hidden] or [contact hidden]. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy.