Head of School (Secondary) - Full-time

Folkestonegirls; Ashford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dynamic Head of School to lead a non-maintained special school. This role involves providing operational leadership, supporting teachers, and ensuring high-quality educational opportunities for students with SEN+D needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to inclusion and excellent communication skills. With a focus on professional development and a supportive team environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people. If you are passionate about education and want to be part of a dedicated team, this role is for you.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Health cash back scheme

Employee assistance programme

Vouchers & Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

High quality training

Paid DBS and DBS update service

Qualifications

• Commitment to high-quality education for pupils with SEN+D needs.
• Ability to work as part of a highly effective team.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily operational leadership across the school.
• Monitor and evaluate school outcomes with the Assistant Headteacher.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

IT Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Head of School (Secondary)

Smeeth, Kent

Salary: £65,286 – £73,819 (L12 – L17)

Caldecott School is looking for a talented, dynamic, and motivated Head of School to take on this exciting role. Caldecott is a non-maintained special school with up to 85 young people on roll, aged between 5 – 16 years.

We provide high-quality education and therapeutic care for a range of needs. Our clear purpose is to make an enduring difference to our children’s lives, providing them with the knowledge, resilience and skills that prepare them for adulthood and ensure they have a better future.

Duties will include:

• Provide daily operational leadership across Caldecott School
• Lead of an area of responsibility within the school’s self-evaluation development plan
• Alongside the schools Assistant Headteacher monitor and evaluate school outcomes against the standard agenda
• Support teachers in understanding the different aspects of teaching and learning in an SEN&D school
• Report to the Headteacher, as required.

You will need to have:

• A commitment to providing high quality educational opportunities for pupils with a range of SEN+D needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs.
• The ability to work as part of a highly effective team.
• Strong commitment to inclusion.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A good range of IT skills.
• Qualified Teacher Status.

We offer:

• Professional development opportunities
• Health cash back scheme (covering you & up to four children)
• Employee assistance programme
• Vouchers & Discounts off retail, food, and entertainment
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension scheme
• High quality training
• Paid DBS and DBS update service

A visit to the school is essential for shortlisted candidates.

Closing Date: 6th June 2025

Interviews will be held after the Closing Date.

(please note in cases where we receive a high volume of applications, we may bring the closing date forward therefore you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible to avoid disappointment)

The Caldecott Foundation is committed to safeguarding children. We follow safer recruitment guidelines and all appointments will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service, social media checks, and references.

Sound like a match?

Please send your CV to us via the 'Apply' Button on our websiteto be sent an Application Form, Job Description, and Person Specification.

Please note: we aim to contact shortlisted applicants as soon as possible.

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