Head of Academy — SEND & Inclusion Leader

Education Week Jobs; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascent Academies' Trust in Harrogate is seeking an exceptional leader to become the next Head of Academy at Springwater Academy. You will drive strategic and operational leadership, champion outstanding SEND outcomes, and lead a culture of ambition, inclusion and belonging.

We are looking for a compassionate, visible leader with substantial senior leadership experience in a special school, deep SEND knowledge and a proven track record of school improvement.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior leadership experience in a special school.
• Strong knowledge of SEND, safeguarding and inclusion.
• Proven track record of school improvement and raising standards.
• Ability to develop staff and collaborate with families and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the academy.
• Champion outstanding outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Lead a culture of ambition, inclusion and belonging.
• Develop and inspire a committed staff team.
• Collaborate with families, professionals and Trust leaders.

Skills

Senior leadership

SEND expertise

Safeguarding

Inclusion

Staff development

Job description

Ascent Academies' Trust in Harrogate is seeking an exceptional leader to become the next Head of Academy at Springwater Academy. You will drive strategic and operational leadership, champion outstanding SEND outcomes, and lead a culture of ambition, inclusion and belonging.

We are looking for a compassionate, visible leader with substantial senior leadership experience in a special school, deep SEND knowledge and a proven track record of school improvement.