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Outcomes First Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the UK is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead a brand-new specialist school for children with SEMH and Autism. This unique role offers the opportunity to shape the school's vision and culture while embedding trauma-informed practices from day one. Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of SEN leadership and a commitment to inclusive education. The position includes a competitive salary of £95,000 to £110,000 per annum and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and wellbeing services.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Experienced Headteacher or Deputy Head within SEN or similar environments.
• Deep understanding of trauma-informed practice and behavior as communication.
• Proficient in Ofsted frameworks for specialist settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the school.
• Develop a nurturing and ambitious environment.
• Lead operational delivery and compliance.
• Recruit and develop a skilled staff team.
• Work closely with therapy colleagues for pupil pathways.

Skills

Leadership in SEN/SEMH

Trauma-informed practice

Budget management

Change 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 and we are looking for an exceptional Headteacher to bring it to life.This is a rare chance to:Shape a school from the ground upEmbed therapeutic, trauma-informed practice from day oneBuild a culture where wellbeing, safety and progress sit at the heart of everythingLead and inspire a talented multidisciplinary teamCreate a place where pupils who may have struggled elsewhere can belong, thrive and succeedIf you are driven by impact and excited by the idea of building something meaningful, this role offers true legacy.

What you’ll do

• 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
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and local authorities

About you

• 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

Job 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

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing services, mental health support and physical health checks
• Health, wellbeing and insurance options via Vista platform
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

Other information

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.