Catering Operations Lead / Front Of House Team Member

Outcomes First Group; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking an experienced Headteacher for a new specialist school in Epsom and Ewell. You will provide strategic leadership and build a nurturing environment focused on trauma-informed practices. Ideal candidates will have significant SEN leadership experience, knowledge of Ofsted frameworks, and a commitment to inclusive education. This position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' lives through effective leadership and education.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Market-leading benefits platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experienced Headteacher or Deputy Head within SEN or SEMH settings.
• Deep understanding of trauma-informed practice and behavior as communication.
• Skilled in budget, resource, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for a specialist SEMH/Autism school.
• Develop a nurturing and ambitious environment.
• Lead operational delivery, safeguarding, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Understanding of trauma-informed practice

Knowledge of Ofsted frameworks

Budget management

Inclusive education commitment

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

Overview

Opening a brand-new specialist school for children and young people with SEMH, Autism and associated needs we are looking for an exceptional Headteacher to bring it to life. This is a rare chance to shape a school from the ground up, embed therapeutic, trauma‑informed practice from day one, build a culture where wellbeing, safety and progress sit at the heart of everything, lead and inspire a talented multidisciplinary team, and create a place where pupils who may have struggled elsewhere can belong, thrive and succeed. If you are driven by impact and excited by the idea of building something meaningful, this role offers true legacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and clear vision for a specialist SEMH/Autism school.
• Develop a trauma‑informed, nurturing and ambitious environment.
• Lead operational delivery, safeguarding, quality and compliance from the outset.
• Recruit, inspire and develop a highly skilled staff team.
• Work closely with therapy colleagues to deliver personalised, pupil‑centred pathways and build strong relationships with parents, carers and local authorities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experienced Headteacher or Deputy Head within SEN, SEMH, specialist or alternative provision.
• Deep understanding of trauma‑informed practice and behaviour as communication.
• Clear knowledge of Ofsted frameworks for specialist settings.
• Skilled in budget, resource and change management.
• Committed to inclusive education and aspirational outcomes for every pupil.
• Qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) with significant SEN leadership experience.

Contract Details

• Salary: £95,000 – £110,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications, not pro‑rata).
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only.
• Hours: Monday – Friday; start January 2026.
• Location: Greater London (commutable from a wide range of London boroughs and surrounding Home Counties). UK applicants only; this role does not offer sponsorship.

Working Hours

In line with the 4‑Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, you will work one day less each week (or equivalent hours) while receiving full‑time pay.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
• Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of mental health support services and physical health checks.
• Market‑leading benefits platform, Vista, allowing you to tailor a package that suits your needs.
• A wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance options.
• Hundreds of discounts in the UK and abroad.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
• Critical illness cover.
• Family Growth Support covering enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support.

Why Join Outcomes First Group?

We offer outstanding career development and access to a network of exceptional leaders across the education sector, a culture that values balance and impact, and we are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for six consecutive years. We place the outcomes of pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do and are committed to safeguarding and promoting their welfare.

Important Notes

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.