Headteacher

Summary:

Headteacher opportunity in Yorkshire with a focus on therapeutic education and leadership.

About the School:

A school dedicated to supporting children and young people with complex needs, driven by a mission to empower every child through personalised learning and therapeutic support.

The Opportunity:

As a Headteacher, you will lead the development of a brand-new school focused on transforming the lives of children and young people with complex needs. This is a unique opportunity to shape a school built on a strong therapeutic ethos, where safety, wellbeing, and academic progress are at the heart of everything.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish the vision and culture of a new specialist school for students with complex needs
• Embed trauma-informed and therapeutic practices across all areas of the school
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for a specialist SEMH/Autism school
• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality education and support
• Develop and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for pupils and staff
• Recruit, train, and develop a highly skilled teaching and support team
• Collaborate with therapy colleagues to deliver individualised learning and support pathways
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, quality, and operational standards

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experienced Headteacher or Deputy Head with a proven track record
• Qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) with significant experience in SEN leadership
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks and school improvement
• Skilled in budget, resource, and change management
• Full UK Driving Licence

Preferred

• Experience in developing and leading new schools or educational initiatives
• Background in therapeutic or trauma-informed education practices
• Experience working with children and young people with complex needs

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum
• Comprehensive benefits package including life assurance, pension scheme, and mental health support
• Flexible benefits platform offering health, wellbeing, and insurance options