Executive Headteacher - SEMH

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

Job summary

An educational leadership firm is seeking an Executive Headteacher to oversee multiple SEMH independent schools in Colchester. This role requires proven leadership in independent schools, a passion for inclusion, and a strategic approach to educational excellence. The position offers a salary of £70K to £80K, with additional benefits including a car allowance and performance bonuses. Ideal candidates will have extensive safeguarding and team development experience.

Benefits

Fully funded CPD

Enhanced pay scales

Life assurance

NEST enhanced Pension Scheme

Access to in-house psychologists

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experienced senior leader with a passion for inclusion.
• Proven independent school leadership expertise essential.
• Commitment to delivering a broad, balanced, and differentiated curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement strategic goals and policies.
• Monitor teaching quality and pupil outcomes.
• Guide the senior leadership team and manage initiatives.

Skills

Leadership in education

Multi-site management

Safeguarding practices

Commitment to inclusion

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership experience in independent schools

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Executive Headteacher

Position: Executive Headteacher - SEMH

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

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.

Your Role as Executive Headteacher:
As the strategic and operational leader, you will:

• 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:
Joining as our Executive Headteacher comes with exceptional benefits:

• 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:
We are searching for an experienced senior leader with:

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

If you are ready to make a transformative impact across schools and champion the success of pupils and staff alike, we want to hear from you!
For more details or to arrange a chat, please contact Lakshmi in the recruitment team.

Safeguarding Commitment:
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

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