At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the school, support staff, and drive high standards for students with additional needs.
- Company: Join a supportive specialist education setting in Mansfield.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only contract, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and leadership training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience in SEND or specialist education.
The predicted salary is between 47472 - 47472 £ per year.
Location: Mansfield
Salary: £47,472 per annum + £3,000 School Lead Allowance
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Hours: Monday to Friday
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced and passionate School Lead to join our specialist education setting in Mansfield. Reporting to the Assistant Headteacher, you'll lead the day-to-day running of the school, supporting the delivery of high-quality education, outstanding pastoral care and a positive learning environment for children and young people with additional needs. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced SEND Teacher, Lead Teacher, SENCO or aspiring senior leader looking to take the next step into school leadership.
What You'll Do
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the school.
- Support and develop teaching and support staff.
- Drive high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour and attendance.
- Promote outstanding safeguarding and wellbeing across the school.
- Monitor pupil progress and use data to improve outcomes.
- Work closely with the Assistant Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to deliver school improvement priorities.
- Build positive relationships with families and external professionals.
About You
You'll have:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Experience working within a SEND, SEMH or specialist education setting.
- Proven leadership experience or responsibility for leading teams or whole-school initiatives.
- Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.
- A passion for improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.
- A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.
What We Offer
- Salary of £47,472 plus a £3,000 School Lead Allowance.
- Permanent, term-time only contract.
- Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training.
- A supportive senior leadership team.
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks.
Ready to take the next step in your leadership career? We'd love to hear from you.
