Headteacher

Summary:

Headteacher opportunity at a specialist SEMH school in Southampton. Lead a dynamic team and drive impactful outcomes.

About the School:

A school dedicated to supporting pupils aged 8–16 with complex needs, including SEMH challenges and communication difficulties, through a safe, inclusive, and personalised learning environment.

The Opportunity:

As Headteacher, you will lead a specialist SEMH school and drive outstanding outcomes for pupils. This is a unique chance to shape the future of the school, creating a culture where students and staff thrive, and where education is tailored to individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the school to deliver exceptional outcomes tailored to individual pupil needs
• Create and sustain a safe, nurturing, and ambitious environment for pupils and staff
• Inspire, recruit, and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary team
• Ensure full compliance with safeguarding, statutory, and regulatory requirements
• Drive operational planning, strategic growth, and effective resource management
• Line manage all staff, fostering accountability, collaboration, and high standards
• Champion personalised learning, wellbeing, and inclusion across the school
• Oversee the delivery of a balanced, engaging curriculum tailored to pupil needs

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experienced Headteacher or Deputy Head within SEN, SEMH, specialist, or alternative provision
• Skilled in budget, resource, and change management
• Knowledgeable in Ofsted frameworks for specialist settings
• Committed to inclusive education and aspirational outcomes for every pupil
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with significant SEN leadership experience
• Full UK Driving Licence

Preferred

• Experience in leading a SEMH or specialist provision school
• Strong track record in improving pupil outcomes and school performance
• Experience in managing large teams and complex operations

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum
• Comprehensive pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Mental health support and physical health checks as part of wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible benefits platform including health, insurance, discounts, and family support options