At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the strategic and day-to-day running of a specialist school for children with learning disabilities.
- Company: The role is based in Diss, Suffolk, focusing on supporting children with Learning Disabilities and SEND.
- Benefits: Offers a full-time leadership role with a salary of £100,000 per annum.
- Other info: Candidates must meet safeguarding and regulatory requirements, including enhanced DBS.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact by leading a specialist SEND school and fostering an inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Requires experience in senior leadership within education or specialist SEND provision.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 100000 £ per year.
Location: Diss, Suffolk
Salary: £100,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are recruiting a Headteacher / School Lead to lead a specialist school in Diss, Suffolk, supporting children and young people with Learning Disabilities and associated SEND. You will provide overall leadership, ensuring high standards of education, safeguarding, and school development, while creating a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic and day-to-day running of the school
- Promote a safe, inclusive and child‑centred environment
- Ensure safeguarding is central to all school activity
- Oversee curriculum delivery, assessment, and pupil progress
- Lead staff recruitment, development, and performance
- Ensure compliance with SEND, safeguarding, and education standards
- Work with families, local authorities, and external professionals
- Maintain inspection readiness and drive continuous improvement
About the School
The school supports pupils with Learning Disabilities and additional SEND, including autism, communication needs, sensory needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs. The focus is on providing a structured, nurturing environment where pupils can develop communication, independence, relationships, and preparation for adulthood.
Requirements
- Experience in senior leadership within education or specialist SEND provision
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and SEND practice
- Experience supporting children with learning disabilities and complex needs
- Ability to lead, develop and manage staff teams
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Suitable to meet safeguarding and regulatory requirements, including enhanced DBS
What's on Offer
- Full-time leadership role
- Opportunity to lead and develop a specialist school provision
Apply now if you are an experienced Headteacher or Senior Leader ready to lead a specialist SEND school and make a lasting impact.
Head Teacher in Diss employer: INTSOL RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Join a dedicated team in Diss, Suffolk, focused on nurturing children with Learning Disabilities and SEND. The school prioritises a structured environment that promotes communication and independence. Enjoy a competitive salary of £100,000 while making a significant difference in students' lives.
Contact Details:
INTSOL RECRUITMENT LIMITED Recruitment Team
