Executive Headteacher - SEMH

Leader Recruitment Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an exceptional Executive Headteacher to lead multiple SEMH independent schools in Colchester. The role offers a salary of £70K to £80K DOE, along with a car allowance and bonus. Candidates should have proven leadership expertise in independent schools, along with a commitment to delivering a quality education for all pupils. This position includes professional growth opportunities and a focus on wellbeing support.

Benefits

Fully funded CPD

Enhanced pay scales

Life assurance

NEST enhanced Pension Scheme

Weekly wellbeing drop-ins

Access to in-house psychologists

Qualifications

• Proven independent school leadership expertise.
• Commitment to delivering a broad, balanced, and differentiated curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement goals that drive excellence.
• Monitor teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes.
• Guide the senior leadership team and manage staff development.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-site management

Safeguarding practices

Curriculum development

Inclusion and SEND

Job description

Position

Executive Headteacher - SEMH

Salary

£70K to £80K DOE + £3,600 Car Allowance/Year + KPI Bonus up to 21%, negotiable for exceptional candidates

Overview

Leader Group, in partnership with an independent school client, is seeking an exceptional Executive Headteacher to lead and inspire multiple SEMH independent schools across Colchester.

Responsibilities

• Shape School Vision: Establish and implement goals and policies that drive excellence.
• Have multi site management experience.
• Inspire Leadership: Lead by example with clear values and moral purpose, ensuring outstanding education for all pupils.
• Collaborate for Success: Work alongside the Education Director to foster a culture of achievement across schools.
• Drive Quality: Monitor teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes, ensuring high expectations and curriculum standards.
• Safeguard and Support: Uphold robust safeguarding practices and provide leadership for Ofsted inspections and compliance.
• Develop Teams: Guide the senior leadership team and manage staff development initiatives.

What We Offer You

• Professional Growth: Fully funded CPD and an established Executive Headteacher support network.
• Financial Rewards: Enhanced pay scales, life assurance, and a NEST enhanced Pension Scheme.
• Wellbeing Support: Weekly wellbeing drop-ins, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, and access to a blue light discount card.
• Operational Support: Centralised HR, finance, and recruitment functions, plus dedicated school administration assistance.
• Clinical Backing: Access to in-house psychologists, attachment-aware training, and support from the clinical team.
• Enhanced INSET Days: A comprehensive programme of 10 INSET days.

Who We're Looking For

• A passion for inclusion and SEND.
• Proven independent school leadership expertise.
• Commitment to delivering a broad, balanced, and differentiated curriculum.

Safeguarding

Our client is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure.

INDPER

Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.