Head Teacher

Kedleston Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay progression

Pension

Discretionary bonus

Induction program

Wellbeing support

Professional development

Job summary

Kedleston Group is launching a specialist school in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, opening in 2027. You will lead the pre-opening phase, shaping the vision, curriculum design and stakeholder engagement to set the foundation for excellence in SEMH education.

Once operational, you will build a high-performing SEN/SEMH team, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional outcomes for children with autism and related needs. QTS or NPQH and senior leadership experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in SEN/SEMH settings.
• Proven ability to lead curriculum design and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience supporting children with autism spectrum conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-opening phase: shaping vision, curriculum design and registrations.
• During operation, develop a high-performing SEN/SEMH team and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Deliver outcomes for children with SEMH needs and those with autism spectrum conditions.

Skills

SEN/SEMH leadership

Autism support

Written & verbal communication

Education

QTS or equivalent

NPQH

Job description

Lead the launch of an exciting new specialist school in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the development and leadership of a brand-new Kedleston Group school, opening in2027.

The school has huge potential for developing specialist facilities designed to best support children's mental health and wellbeing and to provide a state-of-the-art learning environment for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Pre-opening Stage

During the pre-opening phase, you will work closely with Kedleston's senior leaders and development specialists to help shape the school's vision and future success. You will contribute to curriculum design, support the commissioning programme, and lead the registration process, working collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Once Operational

Once the school is registered, you will take overall responsibility for leading and developing the provision, fostering a culture of excellence in education, inclusion and pastoral care. You will build and inspire a high-performing team, ensuring the school not only meets but exceeds regulatory requirements while delivering exceptional outcomes for every child and young person.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent


• NPQH (National professional qualification for headship)


• Substantial, demonstratable senior leadership experience within a SEN/SEMH setting


• Strong experience teaching and supporting children with autism spectrum condition and associated social, emotional and mental health needs


• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills

Why work for us?

• Annual pay progression, enhanced pension contributions and a discretionary annual bonus


• A comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running


• Access to an attractive benefits package including 24/7 confidential wellbeing support, retail and travel discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, and generous life cover


• Ongoing programme of continued professional development


• The chance to lead and innovate as part of a supportive and ambitious wider group of schools


• A friendly, passionate team committed to getting the best outcomes for our young people

About us

Established in April 2006 and today with over 700 employees, we are an independent group of day schools for children with a range of special educational needs, including autism spectrum conditions and social, emotional and mental health needs.

Our mission is to nurture confident and capable young people through holistic education, preparing them for their next steps in education, work and life.

We promise to put our pupils at the heart of everything we do, keeping them safe and supporting them to find their place in the world.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure through the DBS.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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