Head Teacher

OneSchool Global UK; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PD opportunities

Enhanced pension

Free on-site parking

CPD opportunities

Life Insurance x2

Employee Discount & Medical Plan

Job summary

Dunsley Hall School in Kinver, Stourbridge seeks a Head Teacher to lead a compassionate, inclusive school for pupils aged 5–16 with complex needs. You will drive educational leadership, safeguarding, and SEN advocacy while shaping curriculum and pastoral care in a collaborative environment.

Your role includes developing a strong team, engaging with families and external partners, and ensuring high standards under Ofsted-aligned frameworks.

Qualifications

• QTS with primary/secondary teaching experience.
• First degree and/or NPQH (not essential).
• Experience working with SEN students.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Educational leadership to align with the Polaris Community ethos of compassion, inclusion and personalised learning.
• Safeguarding lead and collaboration with safeguarding partners; implement robust safeguarding policies.
• Adapt curriculum to meet diverse SEN needs and prepare pupils for next steps.
• Champion nurturing pastoral care, emotional well-being and EHCP-aligned objectives.
• Support and mentor staff; foster teamwork and continuous professional development.
• Engage with parents, carers and external partners to build a cohesive support network.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

SEN experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with Primary/Secondary teaching experience

First degree and/or NPQH (not essential)

Job description

Head Teacher

Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 dependent on experience

Additional Benefits: Professional Development opportunities, Enhanced pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan

Start Date: Projected opening April 2027

Are you a compassionate and dedicated educational leader? Do you have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? We are seeking an exceptional Head Teacher to lead our nurturing and inclusive school community.

About the School

Located in Kinver, Stourbridge, Dunsley Hall School offers a capacity of up to 100 pupils and safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 16 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well-being and personal growth.

Our School will form part of the Polaris Community alongside our current growing portfolio of schools across the UK, which are all rated by Ofsted Good or Outstanding. The Polaris Community have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our Education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

About you

As the Head Teacher, you will be a forward-thinking leader, who will play a pivotal role in building a new team and shaping the educational experience for our students.

Key Responsibilities

• Educational Leadership: Develop and implement a vision that aligns with our ethos of the Polaris Community embracing compassion, inclusion, and personalized learning. Be able to lead the school to consistently meet the requirements of the Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework.
• Safeguarding; Acting as the Designated Safeguarding lead and collaborating with safeguarding partners, manage and report all concerns appropriately and put in place policies and procedures to develop a robust safeguarding culture in the school.
• Curriculum Enhancement: Adapt and tailor the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of our students, ensuring a stimulating and engaging learning journey preparing pupils for next step.
• Pastoral Care and SEN Advocacy: Champion a nurturing pastoral approach, emphasizing emotional well-being, mental health, and social development. Advocate for the rights and needs of our SEN students, aligned with EHCP objectives, within the wider educational community.
• Staff Development: Support and mentor staff, promoting continuous professional growth and fostering a collaborative team spirit.
• Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external partners to create a cohesive support network, ensuring the growth and development of the school.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with Primary/Secondary teaching experience.
• Suitable First degree and /or NPQH ( not essential)
• Experience working with SEN students and a deep understanding of their unique requirements.
• Proven leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate others. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Zoe Chittenden 07920 212308

Dunsley Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.