Head of School

Teaching Personnel; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Wolverhampton is seeking a Head of School, focusing on inspiring secondary students with SEMH needs. The role involves leadership, curriculum oversight, and engagement with learners. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and QTS/QTLS, with proven leadership experience in similar settings.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to inspire and engage learners.
• Proven leadership experience in educational settings.
• Strong understanding of core subject delivery and alternative provision landscape.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage learners to support their ambitions.
• Implement effective solutions to enhance pupil outcomes.
• Uphold and promote safeguarding and wellbeing in school.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in a relevant subject area

QTS or QTLS

Job description

Head of School
Location:Wolverhampton
Vacancy Type:Full Time / Term Time Only/ Permanent
Salary:£35,000 to £45,000 Plus valuable Benefits

Teaching Personnel have a great opportunity to work with an Alternative Provision school based in Wolverhampton. The school cater for secondary students Key stage 3- Key stage 4 with SEMH needs.

Key Duties

• Demonstrated ability to inspire and engage learners, supporting them in achieving their ambitions. Able to bring fresh ideas, creativity, and proactive leadership to both the classroom and wider school environment.
• Passionate about making a tangible, positive difference in the lives of young people—particularly those requiring additional support.
• Degree in a relevant subject area is essential.
• QTS or QTLS (or an overseas equivalent) is required. NPQH or working towards it is desirable.
• Proven leadership experience in an educational setting (Head of Department, SLT, or Headteacher level), ideally within an alternative provision or similar setting. Experience managing staff teams and small school cohorts is essential.
• Strong understanding and oversight of core subject delivery (English, Maths, Science), with a track record of improving teaching and learning outcomes.
• In-depth understanding of the alternative provision landscape, school compliance requirements, and Independent School Standards. Familiarity with working with learners with SEN and additional needs is key.
• Proactive in addressing challenges and implementing effective solutions to enhance pupil outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills with staff, learners, and external stakeholders.
• A clear commitment to upholding and promoting safeguarding, equality, diversity, wellbeing, and British values within the school community.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to balance leadership responsibilities, staff development, curriculum oversight, and regulatory compliance.

If this opportunity is for you please send your CV to Abigail Simpson

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