Head Teacher

Horizon Care & Education; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Head Teacher to lead an independent specialist school. This role involves creating a nurturing environment for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. The ideal candidate will inspire staff and students while demonstrating resilience and empathy. With a focus on academic excellence and community support, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of young people. Join a team committed to values of compassion and collaboration, and help shape the future of education.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Christmas bonus

Blue Light Card

Colleague referral scheme

Financial wellbeing service

Life Assurance

Tastecard

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive induction programme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Head Teacher in a SEND environment.
• Strong understanding of School Improvement and Independent School Standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead with a clear vision for the school's future.
• Support and motivate staff and students in a nurturing environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Resilience

Curriculum Development

School Improvement

Relationship Building

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Head Teacher

Join us in shaping the future of education and making a difference in the lives of children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs. Together, we will create a nurturing and inspiring learning environment where every student can thrive.

Tipton Green College is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Tipton, the college meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 11-19 with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Horizon operates with a set of core values – Compassionate, Inspiring, Dependable, and Collaborative. We expect our leaders to exemplify our values in every aspect of their role. A true leader is one who uses these values as a compass, guiding actions, decision-making, and fulfilling our collective mission of providing the very best outcomes for our young people.

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic individual to join us as our Head Teacher. As a leader in our organisation, you will play a pivotal role in inspiring, motivating, and empowering our dedicated staff and students.

We are seeking a leader who embodies our core values and can guide our community towards success. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Vision: Inspire and lead with a clear vision for the future of our school, fostering an environment of growth and excellence.

Resilience: Exhibit resilience in the face of challenges, driving forward with determination and adaptability.

Empathy: Show genuine care and understanding for the needs of both our staff and students, creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.

High Support & High Challenge: Strive for academic excellence while providing unwavering support to students, ensuring they reach their full potential.

The successful applicants will need:

• A wealth of experience working as a Head Teacher in a similar SEND environment or setting.
• A good understanding of the School Improvement process, effective curriculum models, and the development of processes to help the school move towards an outstanding rating.
• A thorough understanding and knowledge of the Independent School Standards.
• The ability to motivate, drive, and support staff and pupils, using a person-centred approach.
• A real ‘can do, will do’ attitude, with the desire to succeed and improve our school.
• Excellent communication and top-quality relationship-building skills.
• Hold Qualified Teacher status.

Why work for us?

• Occupational sick pay.
• Christmas bonus.
• Blue Light Card.
• Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards – earn up to £2500 per referral!*
• Financial wellbeing service.
• Life Assurance.
• Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions!
• Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development.
• Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.
• Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.
• Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics.
• Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support via Bupa.
• Supportive management and senior leaders.
• High-quality CPD opportunities.
• Free eye checks.
• Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We’re in this together.

T&C’s apply*

To start your journey with Horizon, apply now!

Horizon Care and Education is committed to its employees, values the needs of our employees and the people we support. We recognise the need to recruit, retain and develop highly skilled staff, so we are committed to attracting and retaining talent who align with our values, vision & mission statement. We value diversity, equality, and inclusion, offering equal opportunities to all individuals interested in joining our organisation.