Head Teacher

Aspire is collaborating with a special educational needs (SEN) school designed to support children and young people who are unable to attend school in person due to physical or other challenges. This innovative provision combines academic excellence with trauma-informed, flexible online delivery to set a new benchmark for inclusive education.

We are seeking an experienced, values-driven Headteacher to establish and lead this trailblazing service, shaping its vision, culture, and approach from the ground up.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Education Services, the Headteacher will:

• Lead the strategic and operational direction of the Online School
• Foster a strong, inclusive, and trauma-informed school culture
• Ensure high standards in teaching, curriculum design, and assessment
• Oversee safeguarding, SEND provision, and pupil wellbeing
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with families, professionals, and key stakeholders
• Develop and manage relationships with Local Authorities and colleagues within the Keys Group
• Work remotely, with occasional national travel for meetings and regular visits to our offices in Birmingham & Ipswich

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• NPQH or equivalent leadership qualification
• Senior leadership experience in a school, special school, or online setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, regulatory frameworks, and inspection processes
• A clear commitment to inclusive, ethical, and trauma-informed educational practices

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in online education or leading a school start-up
• Knowledge of SEND and therapeutic educational approaches

If you are passionate about creating an inclusive, supportive environment for children and young people who face barriers to traditional schooling, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.