Campus Lead

Summary:

Campus Lead job opportunity with a focus on SEND, SEMH, and autism in a specialist further education college.

About the School:

The school is dedicated to supporting learners who learn differently, helping them develop life skills and achieve greater independence through tailored education and care.

The Opportunity:

As a Campus Lead, you will provide strong leadership and management within a specialist further education college, ensuring outstanding outcomes for learners with SEND, SEMH, and autism. This role is central to driving the institution’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, and autism.
• Act as the main point of contact for staff, learners, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Oversee teaching standards, learner progress, curriculum planning, and assessment strategies.
• Promote a positive, inclusive culture, leading on behaviour management, learner wellbeing, and safeguarding.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, health and safety, and data protection requirements.
• Monitor attendance and implement strategies to improve learner engagement.
• Line manage teaching and support staff, implementing performance management and professional development plans.
• Maintain effective communication with parents/carers, staff, and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

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

Preferred

• Leadership qualification
• Experience managing staff and operational compliance
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation, safeguarding, and Ofsted/ISA requirements

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £42,000.00 per annum
• Comprehensive pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Mental health support and physical health checks as part of “Your Wellbeing Matters” programme