Head of Learning Development

New Hall School; Boreham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Boreham seeks an exceptional Head of Learning Development to enhance provisions for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in SEND, effective communication with parents, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, along with an opportunity to influence educational practices within a warm and supportive community.

Benefits

Membership of Teacher’s Pension Scheme

Generous school fee remission

Discounted membership for New Hall Sport Club

Lunch without charge in term time

Excellent benefits & CPD

Qualifications

• Strong professional expertise in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents.
• Capable of influencing and supporting classroom practice across the school.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the school’s provision for students with SEND.
• Ensure staff are equipped to meet diverse learning needs.
• Support students in achieving independence, resilience, and success.

Job description

Head of Learning Development at New Hall School

Location: The Avenue, Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3HS

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £52,843.00 - £60,494.00 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date: 12:00pm, 28th Jan 2026

Start Date: April 2026

Positions Available: 1

About This Role

Head of Learning Development

Salary: £52,843pa - £60,494pa

Membership of Teacher’s Pension Scheme

Generous School fee remission

Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club

Lunch without charge in term time

Excellent benefits & CPD

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Learning Development to play a pivotal role to lead and further develop the School’s provision for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is a key strategic role for an experienced and compassionate leader who is committed to ensuring that every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

This role requires a leader who combines strong professional expertise in SEND with the ability to communicate effectively with parents and who can influence and support classroom practice across the School. The successful candidate will ensure that staff are confident and well‑equipped to meet a diverse range of learning needs, and that students receive thoughtful, well‑coordinated support that enables independence, resilience, and success.

New Hall School offers an exceptional working environment. The main campus occupies the stunning Grade I listed former Tudor palace of Beaulieu. The School’s conference and events venue is at the Grade I listed Boreham House, one mile away. New Hall is a warm, welcoming, and supportive community, with a staff of around 300.

Beaulieu Park railway station is at the entrance to New Hall's Avenue: 30 minutes to Stratford and 38 minutes to London Liverpool Street. The Elizabeth Line at Shenfield (13 minutes by train) terminates at Heathrow airport. There are nearby airports: London Stansted, London Southend and London City.

Application closing date: midday, Wednesday 28 January 2026

Interviews: week commencing Monday 2 February 2026

JOB ID: NH0654

New Hall is committed to safeguarding students. There will be an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.