Headteacher. Job in Salisbury Education & Training Jobs

  • Job Reference: 2478629037-2
  • Date Posted: 25 November 2025
  • Recruiter: Prospero Teaching
  • Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire
  • Salary: £49,760 to £56,300
  • Sector: HR / Recruitment, Support / IAG
  • Job Type: Temporary

Job Description

Job Title: Headteacher
Location: SEMH School, Salisbury
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-Time

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Headteacher to lead a specialist SEMH school in Salisbury. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving high standards of teaching and learning, fostering a positive school culture, and ensuring the best outcomes for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership and vision for the school.
  • Ensure high-quality teaching and learning across all areas.
  • Oversee safeguarding, behaviour management, and SEND provision.
  • Manage staff development and performance.
  • Work closely with governors, parents, and external agencies to support student progress.

Requirements:

  • Proven leadership experience within an SEMH or SEN setting.
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and NPQH (or willingness to complete).
  • Strong understanding of SEMH strategies and SEND legislation.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy.