Head of School for Supported Learning

CLARUS EDUCATION; City Of London; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Head of School for Supported Learning in Uxbridge/Hayes. This role involves visionary leadership for curriculum teams, supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and driving quality improvement. The ideal candidate will possess substantial leadership experience in education, a degree, and a Level 5+ teaching qualification. This position offers a competitive salary of £53,656 – £60,082 per annum and is full-time, permanent.

Benefits

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Supportive leadership culture

Potential sponsorship for exceptional candidates

Qualifications

• Proven success as a skilled practitioner in teaching with measurable impact.
• Experience in implementing attendance and retention strategies.
• Knowledge of curriculum developments and SEND Code of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership to curriculum teams in Supported Learning.
• Manage quality and delivery of provision across SEND courses.
• Lead on curriculum development and planning for SEND.

Skills

Leadership experience in education

Understanding of SEND strategies

Commitment to equality and diversity

Team leadership

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Level 5+ teaching qualification

Job description

Head of School for Supported Learning – Uxbridge/Hayes - Permanent
Location: Uxbridge / Hayes
Salary: £53,656 – £60,082 per annum (including London Weighting)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are proud to be working with a successful merged College Group, across North & South West London, operating across five vibrant and inclusive campuses. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and forward-thinking leader to join the group as Head of School – Supported Learning for Uxbridge College. In this role, you will lead curriculum teams based at Uxbridge and Hayes, where their new SEND centre is due to open in Spring 2026. Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Supported and Targeted Learning, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for the quality, performance, and development of full and part-time Supported Learning provision.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership to curriculum and support teams within Supported Learning.
• Manage the quality and delivery of provision across a range of SEND courses.
• Lead on curriculum development and planning, including qualification reform and pathway design.
• Support teams in implementing strategies to improve attendance, retention, and outcomes.
• Foster an inclusive and high-performing culture, embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of delivery.
• Manage and develop staff through coaching, professional development, and performance management.
• Oversee resources, budgets, and compliance within the School of Supported Learning.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking a committed and innovative education professional with proven leadership experience in Further Education, ideally within a SEND or Supported Learning context. You will demonstrate:

• A degree or equivalent qualification, plus a Level 5+ teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector.
• Proven success as a skilled practitioner in teaching and learning, with measurable impact on learner outcomes.
• Experience implementing strategies to improve attendance, retention, and progression.
• Current knowledge of curriculum developments, SEND reforms, and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Strong understanding of inclusive learning strategies and a deep commitment to equality and diversity.
• Experience in team leadership, staff development, and change management.
• Specialist knowledge or experience in SEND (desirable).

Why Join This College Group?

• Work within one of London’s most successful and ambitious college groups.
• Lead a forward-thinking team within a growing Supported Learning provision.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on learners with SEND.
• Supportive and collaborative leadership culture.
• Sponsorship may be available for exceptional candidates.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As Head of School for Supported Learning, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Head of School for Supported Learning will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This Head of School for Supported Learning post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Head of School for Supported Learning opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Head of School for Supported Learning role within 48 hours. Please see our website page headed ‘About’ and scroll to the bottom to see our ‘Privacy Notice’ for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you.

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