Head of School (Bank View School)

School Improvement Liverpool; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 79,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an exceptional Head of School to lead their team in Liverpool. This pivotal role involves shaping a positive learning environment for students with special educational needs, fostering an inclusive culture, and driving innovative educational strategies. The successful candidate will inspire confidence, build a strong leadership team, and ensure the delivery of a rich, well-planned curriculum. Join a supportive community committed to making a profound impact on young lives and enjoy professional development opportunities in a school celebrated for its outstanding ethos.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Leadership Team

Warm School Community

Engaged Learners

Qualifications

• Experience in leading educational settings with a focus on special needs.
• Strong background in developing inclusive curriculums and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school with integrity and creativity, shaping a compelling vision.
• Engage with innovative strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Curriculum Development

Safeguarding

Inclusive Education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership Qualification

Job description

Head of School

Job Title: Head of School
Employer: Bank View School
Job Type: Leadership
Job Phase: Special Educational Needs
NOR: 425
Grade: L20 – L22
Actual Salary: £79,475 - £83,464
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Monday, September 1st, 2025
Closing Date: Friday, May 16th, 2025

About the School
The Governors of Bank View School are seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspirational Head of School to lead our Speke site, working under the direction of the Principal.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader to shape the future of our growing school and make a profound impact on the lives of young people with autism, complex, and severe learning difficulties.

Bank View School is at a pivotal stage of development, having expanded to a third site in the south of Liverpool.

We are proud of our Outstanding OFSTED rating (September 2024), which described us as “an exceptional school where pupils achieve their dreams and ambitions.” We hold several prestigious quality marks, including:
• National Autistic Society Charter Mark
• OPAL Platinum School Status
• Gold Reading Quality Mark
• Silver Rights Respecting Schools Award (progressing toward Gold)
• Rainbow Flag Award
• Parent Partnership Award

At Bank View, we are committed to:
• Creating a safe, happy environment, prioritising mental health and well-being
• Working together as a community, growing with a shared purpose
• Delivering an engaging and personalised curriculum, celebrating personal development and learning achievements
• Fostering a positive mindset – “You can, I can, We can"
• Having high expectations tailored to each student’s unique potential
• Embracing diversity and inclusion, ensuring every individual is valued

What We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will:
• Build a senior leadership team capable of leading the school sustainably into its next phase
• Lead by example, demonstrating flexibility, integrity, and creativity in shaping a compelling vision • Inspire confidence in others, managing the complexity of day-to-day provision

The Head of School will be an outward-facing leader, proactively engaging with the latest evidence-based research and innovative strategies that enhance personal development and learning, ensuring these insights shape and influence the school's practice to deliver the best outcomes for students

• Develop a rich, well-planned curriculum, supporting students to overcome barriers to learning
• Champion personalised interventions, fostering students’ confidence and belief in their success • Bring expertise in nurture and trauma-informed practice, ensuring a compassionate approach
• Demonstrate agile leadership and strong emotional intelligence, working effectively with staff at all levels
• Understand the safeguarding duties required in special school settings

What We Offer

• A key leadership role within a supportive and visionary team
• A warm, welcoming school community with engaged and enthusiastic learners
• A dedicated and skilled staff passionate about inclusive education
• Opportunities for professional development within an expanding and ambitious school
A school rated Outstanding by OFSTED, celebrated for its respectful and aspirational ethos

Next Steps
Visits to the school are essential. Please contact Helen Evans, HR Manager, at [e-mail] to arrange a visit. Application
Deadline: 21st May 2025
Location: Speke, Liverpool

About the Role
Please see job description

Personal Qualities
Please see person specification

How to Apply
To apply, please complete the school application form and all supporting documentation and send to [e-mail]

Closing Date: Friday 16th May 2025
Short Listing Date: Monday 19th May 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 21st May 2025

Recruitment Documents
Job Description: Download Document
Person Specification: Download Document
Application Form: Download Document
Equal Opportunities Monitoring: Download Document

Addendum to Application Form : Download Document
School Safeguarding Statement : Download Document

Contact Details
Bank View School
28 Ganworth Road
Speke
Liverpool
L24 2RZ

Contact Name: Helen Evans
Contact Telephone: [phone]
Contact e-mail: [e-mail]
Website: https://bvhs.co.uk/
NOR: 425