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SEN Headteacher

Job Posted: 10 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Warrington

Expire in: 17 days

Job Description

Headteacher – SEN School

Location: Warrington area
 Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
 Contract: Permanent, Full Time
 Start Date: September 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and inspirational Headteacher to lead a specialist SEN school providing education across both primary and secondary phases in the Warrington area. This is a permanent, full‑time role starting in September, suited to an established leader with a strong SEN background and a proven track record in school leadership.

The Role

As Headteacher, you will provide inspirational, strategic, and operational leadership to ensure the highest standards of education, care, and safeguarding for pupils with SEN. You will work closely with staff, families, governors, and external professionals to foster a positive, inclusive, and ambitious school culture.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong strategic leadership and vision for the school
Lead, motivate, and develop teaching and support staff
Oversee safeguarding, welfare, and wellbeing of all pupils
Ensure high‑quality teaching, learning, and SEN provision across the school
Manage school performance, budgets, and resources effectively
Maintain compliance with Ofsted, local authority, and statutory requirements
Build effective relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies
Drive continuous improvement and positive outcomes for pupils with complex needs
Requirements

A minimum of 12 months’ experience as a Headteacher (essential)
Proven experience working within SEN settings (essential)
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Strong knowledge of SEN frameworks, safeguarding, and inclusive practice
Effective leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Commitment to high standards, pupil progress, and staff development
Eligibility to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one prior to start date)
What’s on Offer

Permanent, secure leadership role
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist SEN environment
Supportive governance and professional development opportunities
If you are an experienced SEN leader ready to take on a rewarding Headteacher role from September, we would welcome your application.

To apply, please submit your CV. 

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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