Campus Lead

Summary:

Campus Lead job opportunity with a focus on SEND, SEMH, and autism support.

About the School:

A school dedicated to helping individuals who learn differently achieve their full potential through tailored education and support services.

The Opportunity:

As a Campus Lead, you will provide strong leadership and management to ensure outstanding outcomes for learners with SEND, SEMH, autism, and associated needs. This role is central to driving the school’s strategic vision and maintaining high standards across the campus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the campus team to deliver high-quality education, support, and pastoral care for learners with SEND, SEMH, autism, and associated needs.
• Act as the main point of contact for staff, learners, parents/carers, and external agencies, demonstrating pride and ownership of the campus.
• Oversee teaching standards, learner progress, curriculum planning, and assessment strategies, supporting the school’s Quality Improvement Plan.
• Promote a positive, inclusive culture, leading on behaviour management, learner wellbeing, and safeguarding.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, health and safety, and data protection requirements, liaising with the Business Operations Manager to maintain site standards.
• Monitor attendance, implement strategies to improve learner engagement, and maintain accurate records.
• Line manage teaching and support staff, implementing performance management, professional development, and CPD plans.
• Foster a motivated, collaborative, and high-performing team culture across the campus.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Degree in Education or related field and Qualified Teacher Status (or working towards)
• Leadership experience in specialist education
• Minimum 5 years teaching experience
• Proven success in improving learner outcomes and behaviour
• Experience managing staff and operational compliance
• Experience working with learners with SEND/SEMH
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Driving licence and willingness to travel between sites as required

Preferred

• Leadership qualification
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation, safeguarding, and Ofsted/ISA requirements
• Ability to lead teaching and learning improvements
• Excellent organisational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible benefits platform including mental health support, physical health checks, and family growth support