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Headteacher
Job Posted: 15 days ago
Salary: £ 86,803 - 95,735 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Coalville
Expire in: 13 days
Job Description
Teaching Personnel is proud to be supporting one of our partner organisations in the recruitment of an exceptional Headteacher for a brand-new specialist school opening in late 2026. This is a rare opportunity to lead and shape a provision from the ground up, making a lasting impact on the lives of young people.
About the School
This new provision will support children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and Communication and Interaction needs. With capacity for up to 120 pupils across multiple sites, the school is designed to be a nurturing, inclusive and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive.
The Role
As Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in establishing the school’s vision, ethos and operational foundations. Working closely with central support teams, you will:
Lead on the development of the school’s strategic direction and culture from inception
Recruit, develop and inspire a high-performing, multidisciplinary staff team
Design and implement a bespoke, student-centred curriculum aligned to EHCP outcomes
Ensure the highest standards of education, care and safeguarding are consistently delivered
Oversee all aspects of school performance, including educational outcomes, operations and financial management
Build strong relationships with families, local authorities and external agencies
You will be accountable for delivering an outstanding educational provision, ensuring that each student’s individual needs are met through innovative, holistic approaches to learning and development.
About You
We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader who can inspire others and drive meaningful change. You will bring:
Proven leadership experience at senior level within a specialist or SEN setting
A strong track record of school improvement and raising student outcomes
Experience working with pupils with ASD, SEMH and complex needs
Knowledge of curriculum development, assessment and EHCP frameworks
The ability to lead, motivate and develop multidisciplinary teams
A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high-quality education for all
A relevant leadership qualification or willingness to work towards this is desirable.
Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a new specialist provision and shape its future from day one. You will be supported by an experienced central team while having the autonomy to create a truly outstanding environment for both students and staff.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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