Head of Birch Wood College — Multi-Site SEND Leadership

Birch Wood (Melton Area Special School); Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Defined benefit pension scheme

Free parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Eyecare vouchers

Dental support

Retail discounts

Annual incremental pay increases

Job summary

Birch Wood School is seeking an inspirational leader to become Head of Birchwood College, overseeing the satellite provision and three interconnected sites to ensure exceptional teaching, care and high expectations for all pupils.

You will work with the Associate Headteacher and Executive Headteacher to translate strategy into daily practice, drive governance, safeguarding, and continued school improvement across Birch Wood Vale, Ashton House and Birch Wood College.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading complex educational settings.
• Experience overseeing multi-site operations in a SEND context.
• Ability to manage staffing, HR processes and attendance efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong, visible leadership across three sites.
• Coordinate daily operations, staffing and routines.
• Oversee enrichment, transitions and wider opportunities for learners aged 11-19.
• Ensure safeguarding workflows and reporting meet statutory requirements.
• Represent Birch Wood across the Trust and local community.

Skills

Leadership

Site coordination

SEND expertise

Staff management

HR processes

Attendance systems

Job description

Birch Wood School is seeking an inspirational leader to become Head of Birchwood College, overseeing the satellite provision and three interconnected sites to ensure exceptional teaching, care and high expectations for all pupils.

You will work with the Associate Headteacher and Executive Headteacher to translate strategy into daily practice, drive governance, safeguarding, and continued school improvement across Birch Wood Vale, Ashton House and Birch Wood College.