At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a pioneering specialist school dedicated to transforming educational outcomes for children in care.
- Company: Five Education, committed to innovative and supportive learning environments.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on personalised teaching and therapeutic interventions.
- Why this job: Be a key player in changing lives and shaping futures for vulnerable children.
- Qualifications: Experience in educational leadership and a passion for supporting children with SEMH needs.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Wellington
Salary: Leadership Scale L15-L21 (dependent on experience)
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Contract: Temporary to Permanent (end date TBC)
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (with the option for one day working from home)
Five Education are delighted to be recruiting a Head of Provision for an exciting new specialist SEMH Alternative Provision opening in Wellington this September. This is a rare opportunity to become the Head of Provision for a pioneering new specialist school dedicated to transforming educational outcomes for children in care.
The provision has been designed for a cohort of just 15 learners, each receiving 100% one-to-one support through highly personalised teaching and therapeutic intervention. The children accessing the provision present with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and are often at Tier 4 level, displaying significant risk, including suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviours. Many of the pupils have experienced multiple care placements, disrupted education, developmental delay and trauma.
The mission is to provide a safe, nurturing and aspirational environment where they can rebuild confidence, engage with learning and achieve outcomes that may once have seemed impossible.
This is more than a leadership role - it is an opportunity to establish a flagship provision that will make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
Head of Provision in Somerset employer: Five Education Recruitment
Five Education is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead a pioneering specialist SEMH Alternative Provision in Wellington. With a strong commitment to transforming the lives of vulnerable children, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, alongside the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. Our flexible working arrangements and focus on personalised education ensure that our staff can thrive both professionally and personally in this rewarding environment.
Contact Details:
Five Education Recruitment Recruitment Team
