Head of Academy: Inspiring SEND Excellence

Northyorks; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascent Academies' Trust invites applications for Head of Academy at Springwater Academy in Harrogate. This is a leadership role for a specialist school serving children and young people with a range of complex needs.

You will drive strategic and operational leadership, advocate SEND excellence, and build a high-performing, inclusive school community. Springwater Academy recently joined the Trust and is expanding.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior leadership experience within a special school environment.
• Strong understanding of SEND education, safeguarding and inclusion.
• Proven track record of school improvement and raising standards.
• Combines strategic vision with warmth, integrity and resilience.
• Passionate about creating life-changing opportunities for children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the academy.
• Champion outstanding outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
• Lead a culture of ambition, inclusion and belonging.
• Develop and inspire a highly committed staff team.
• Work closely with families, professionals and external partners.
• Contribute to the wider leadership of Ascent Academies' Trust and collaborate with fellow Heads of Academy across the Trust.

Job description

Ascent Academies' Trust invites applications for Head of Academy at Springwater Academy in Harrogate. This is a leadership role for a specialist school serving children and young people with a range of complex needs.

You will drive strategic and operational leadership, advocate SEND excellence, and build a high-performing, inclusive school community. Springwater Academy recently joined the Trust and is expanding.