At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a specialist provision for children with complex needs and develop personalised programmes.
- Company: Fairstead, a forward-thinking school committed to inclusion and high standards.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, supportive leadership, and a focus on staff wellbeing.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to continuous improvement and ambitious inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a profound difference in children's lives and champion inclusive practices.
- Qualifications: Experience with complex SEND needs and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 32061 - 36363 £ per year.
Salary - Grade G/H £32,061-£36,363 FTE (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week Term Time plus Training Days Required for September 2026
“Every child deserves an education that meets them where they are and helps them become who they can be.”
About the Role
The Enhanced Specialist Provision supports up to 12–14 children with complex needs, including children with:
- Autism
- Communication and interaction needs
- Cognition and learning needs
- SEMH needs
- Complex SEND profiles
- EHCPs requiring highly personalised support
As Provision Lead, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day leadership, organisation and quality of the provision. You will:
- Lead teaching, learning and assessment within the provision
- Develop personalised programmes that enable children to make strong progress
- Ensure pupils remain connected to their mainstream peers wherever possible
- Lead, coach and line manage a team of specialist support staff
- Monitor progress and evaluate the impact of provision
- Work closely with families and external professionals
- Support EHCP implementation and annual reviews
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, behaviour support and inclusion
- Champion inclusive practice across the wider school
Why This Role Matters
We believe that specialist provision should never mean lower expectations. Our vision is to create a provision that:
- Enables children to achieve
- Develops communication and independence
- Supports emotional wellbeing and regulation
- Builds confidence and self-belief
- Strengthens inclusion across the whole school
What Makes Fairstead Different?
Inclusion at the Heart of School Improvement
We are continually evolving our provision to meet the changing needs of our children and community.
A Genuine Leadership Opportunity
This is not simply a support role. You will lead a specialist provision, manage staff and influence whole-school practice.
Strong Professional Collaboration
You will work alongside:
- An experienced SENDCO
- School leaders committed to inclusion
- Specialist external professionals
- Dedicated teaching and support staff
Investment in Development
We are committed to developing expertise and leadership capacity within our team.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has significant experience supporting children with complex SEND needs
- Has experience leading or developing teams
- Understands the SEND Code of Practice and person‑centred planning
- Has experience implementing and reviewing EHCP provision
- Can adapt curriculum and teaching approaches to meet individual needs
- Builds strong relationships with children, families and professionals
- Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities
- Demonstrates resilience, reflection and professional curiosity
- Shares our commitment to ambitious inclusion
Applications are welcomed from experienced HLTAs, SEND practitioners, specialist teachers or inclusion leaders with relevant qualifications and expertise.
Our School Culture
- Responsibility
- Respect
- Safety
We believe:
- Every child deserves to belong
- Inclusion benefits everyone
- Relationships are the foundation of success
- Staff development improves outcomes
- High expectations and strong support go hand in hand
We are ambitious for all children, particularly those who face the greatest barriers.
We Offer
- A unique opportunity to lead and shape a specialist provision
- A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
- High-quality professional development
- Strong collaboration with specialist services
- A culture of reflection and continual improvement
- A commitment to staff wellbeing
- The opportunity to make a profound difference to children's lives every day
Enhanced Specialist Provision Lead in Norfolk employer: Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School
Fairstead is an exceptional employer that prioritises inclusion and professional development, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about supporting children with complex needs. With a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and a collaborative culture, employees have the unique opportunity to lead a specialist provision while receiving high-quality training and support from experienced leaders. Join us in making a profound difference in children's lives every day, where your expertise will be valued and your growth nurtured.
Contact Details:
Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School Recruitment Team
