Headteacher

Position: Headteacher

Location: Yeovil, Somerset

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, term time

Salary Details: Up to £53,000 per annum

We are seeking an inspirational and experienced Headteacher to lead our school into its next phase of growth and development. This is a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a specialist provision and make a lasting impact on the lives of pupils.

The school:

Orchard School is an independent, DfE registered co-educational day school, providing specialist education for up to 25 students, aged 11–18 years. With 4 pupils on roll, this opportunity will be a growth project.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of curriculum & school improvement.
• Passionate, strategic, and ready to make an impact.

Main tasks:

• Strategic direction and development of the school.
• Provide inspiring and purposeful leadership for staff and pupils.
• Work in partnership with the company, staff, stakeholders, and parents to generate the ethos and values underpinning the school.
• Develop and embed a clear Vision & Values for the school, with aspirational aims and objectives for all learners, fostering a thriving and positive school community.
• Continue to develop, implement, and review a School Development Plan to secure continuous improvement.
• Implement a robust self-evaluation process across the school, including the formulation of an effective self-evaluation document.
• Ensure school compliance with the Independent Schools Standards at all times.
• Monitor and evaluate the school\’s performance, reporting to the company as required.
• Manage school finances, organization, and administration to support its vision and aims.
• Ensure policies and practices align with national, local, and school requirements.
• Review the impact of policies, priorities, and targets, taking action if necessary.
• Motivate and involve all staff and stakeholders in achieving the school\’s aims and objectives.
• Engage with the external continuous improvement framework implemented by the National Lead.

Join us in shaping the future of education and making a difference in the lives of children and young people. Together, we will create a nurturing and inspiring learning environment where every student can thrive.

Why work for us:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Training opportunities, both face-to-face and online.
• Commitment to staff wellbeing and support.
• Dedicated team and mentorship.
• Supportive management and senior leadership.
• Full induction, paid DBS, friendly atmosphere, and career development opportunities with one of the UK’s biggest care providers.

Cambian is committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of safeguarding checks. These searches will assess suitability to work with children, conducted by a panel member not involved in the appointment process, ensuring fairness and avoiding unconscious bias.

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