Head Teacher – Mason Bridge School

Spaghetti Bridge Ltd; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mason Bridge School in Maidenhead is seeking an experienced Headteacher to lead a brand-new school opening in September 2027. This role sits within the Spaghetti Bridge Group and focuses on creating a positive, inclusive, high-performing culture with a three-stage curriculum for SEMH/Autism.

You will recruit and develop a talented team, model relational leadership, and work with the Group Support Team to drive innovation and shape the group's educational approach across schools.

Qualifications

• Substantial leadership experience within a relevant SEND or SEMH/ASC setting.
• Deep understanding of evidence-based practice and interventions that transform outcomes for young people.
• Confidence in using data and evidence to evaluate and drive improvement.
• Strong financial and strategic acumen.
• Proven commitment to staff development, wellbeing and multi-agency collaboration.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the opening and development of the school, creating a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.
• Implement our progressive, evidence-based curriculum for learners with complex needs associated with SEMH and Autism.
• Recruit, develop and inspire a talented team, modelling emotionally intelligent, relational leadership.
• Collaborate with fellow Headteachers and our Group Support Team to drive innovation across the group.
• Shape the continuing evolution of the Spaghetti Bridge approach challenging the status quo and helping redefine what great education looks like.

Job description

Head Teacher - Mason Bridge School

Headteacher – Mason Bridge School, Maidenhead (Opening September 2027)

Salary: Leadership scale starting from L14 - L24

Location: Maidenhead

Start Date: Summer Term 2027

An exciting opportunity to shape a brand-new school.

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate school leader to join us as Headteacher of our new Mason Bridge School, opening to students in September 2027.

Part of the Spaghetti Bridge Group, Mason Bridge will support students who experience barriers to learning through our unique three-stage curriculum, designed to develop 21st century skills and a lifelong love of learning. Our schools provide creative, relational environments where every child is supported to overcome barriers and achieve meaningful success.

This is a rare opportunity to work with us to build something from the ground up - creating a team, shaping a culture, and designing an environment where young people thrive.

About the school

Mason Bridge School is situated in the vibrant market town of Maidenhead. Set within a site offering generous indoor and outdoor spaces, the campus is currently being refurbished in line with our Beautiful Schools philosophy. The design reflects our belief that inspiring, thoughtfully considered environments create opportunities for rich, varied learning experiences and promote wellbeing for all.

About the role

You will:

• Lead the opening and development of the school, creating a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.
• Implement our progressive, evidence-based curriculum for learners with complex needs associated with SEMH and Autism.
• Recruit, develop and inspire a talented team, modelling emotionally intelligent, relational leadership.
• Collaborate with fellow Headteachers and our Group Support Team to drive innovation across the group.
• Shape the continuing evolution of the Spaghetti Bridge approach challenging the status quo and helping redefine what great education looks like.

About you

We’re looking for an exceptional leader who embodies our cultural pillars:

• Challenge the Status Quo - You’re unafraid to rethink traditional education. You question assumptions, think creatively, and drive change.
• Work with Passion and Joy - You bring energy and optimism to everything you do. You know that meaningful work should inspire and uplift those around you.
• Be Unsettling yet Inspiring - You thrive at the edge of your comfort zone, knowing that real progress often feels uncertain at first. You help others see possibility in challenge.
• Tell the Truth, Even When It’s Hard - You lead with honesty, integrity, and curiosity. You listen, ask hard questions, and build trust through authenticity.

You will also bring:

• Substantial leadership experience within a relevant SEND or SEMH/ASC setting.
• A deep understanding of evidence-based practice and interventions that transform outcomes for young people.
• Confidence in using data and evidence to evaluate and drive improvement.
• Strong financial and strategic acumen.
• A proven commitment to staff development, wellbeing and multi-agency collaboration.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Why join Spaghetti Bridge?

We are a forward-thinking group of independent special schools united by a shared belief: education should be relational, creative, and bold enough to change lives.

You’ll be supported with a comprehensive induction programme, including mentoring from our experienced Headteachers and Group Support Team. As part of a growing network, you’ll have access to exceptional professional development and the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded leaders shaping the future of specialist education.

During your induction period you will work with peers across the group at a variety of our schools to support the schools opening.

At Spaghetti Bridge, we work with passion and joy - for our students, for our craft, and for each other. We care deeply about relationships and are committed to creating an environment where both children and adults develop and flourish.

We encourage early applications and may appoint prior to the closing date.

For more information about contact our onboarding team via [e-mail].

Please note that early application is encouraged as we may opt to appoint prior to the advert closing date.

Spaghetti Bridge Ltd are committed to Safeguarding therefore, all employees working at this school must have the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of our children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and employment references. We will request references from where you have worked with either children or adults at risk.

Please be aware that references will be requested prior to interview for roles within our schools and that online searches will be completed on all shortlisted candidates in line with the provisions of Keeping Children Safe in Education.

This post involves working with children and young people considered to be at risk and therefore is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.