Job Title: Headteacher
Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to 90,000 per annum
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
About Our Partner School: Our esteemed partner school is preparing to open a brand-new independent school in August 2025, dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. With a capacity for 72 pupils, their mission is to create a high-quality learning space where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Headteacher to lead this exciting new venture.
Role Overview: As the founding Headteacher, you will play a crucial role in shaping and developing the school from inception to full operation. We are looking for an individual with a proven track record in educational leadership, particularly in SEN and SEMH settings. Experience in setting up a new school, including curriculum design, recruitment, policy development, and regulatory compliance, will be highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
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School Establishment & Strategic Leadership: Lead the development of the school, overseeing its launch and ensuring a successful and sustainable setup.
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Educational Leadership: Drive the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the school, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
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SEN and SEMH Expertise: Implement effective strategies to support students with diverse learning needs and behavioural challenges.
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Recruitment & Team Building: Assemble and lead a passionate and skilled team of educators and support staff.
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Compliance & Governance: Ensure the school meets all regulatory requirements, including Ofsted and safeguarding standards.
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Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with students, parents, staff, and the wider community.
Qualifications and Experience:
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Proven Headteacher Experience: Previous experience as a Headteacher, with a successful track record in educational leadership.
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SEN and SEMH Focus: Extensive experience working with students with Special Educational Needs and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges.
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New School Setup: Experience in establishing or significantly developing a school, including operational planning, curriculum development, and compliance processes.
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Independent School Understanding: Familiarity with the dynamics of independent schools and a hands-on approach to school management.
Benefits: Our partner school prioritises staff health and well-being, offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Life Assurance
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A pension scheme with opportunities to enhance your contributions
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Access to premium mental health support services and physical health checks
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A range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
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Hundreds of discounts applicable in the UK and internationally
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Cycle to Work Scheme
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Electric Car Purchase Scheme
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Critical illness cover
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Work-life balance benefits
How to Apply: If you are passionate about pioneering a new school and making a lasting impact on the lives of students with SEN and SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and how you meet the key requirements of the role.
