Headteacher

SEND Inclusion Support; Bradford; On-site; GBP 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Job summary

SEND Inclusion Support is recruiting on behalf of a partner school for a SEN Headteacher to lead a brand-new specialist provision for children aged 4-11 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in West Yorkshire. You will be the founding Headteacher, shaping the curriculum, culture, safeguarding, and a high-performing team from day one.

The role requires QTS with leadership experience in SEN/autism, a deep understanding of autism and SEND legislation, and a passion for inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a specialist SEN or autism setting.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and relevant leadership qualifications (or equivalent experience).
• Strong understanding of autism and additional complex needs.
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding, SEND legislation, and school improvement.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Commitment to achieving exceptional outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to deliver outstanding education and care from day one.
• Oversee curriculum design, staff recruitment and development, safeguarding and quality assurance.
• Foster positive relationships with families and external professionals.
• Lead development of school culture and a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership experience

QTS

Autism understanding

Safeguarding

SEND legislation

Team development

Outcomes focus

Education

QTS or equivalent leadership qualification

Job description

SEN Headteacher - New Specialist Autism School

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Start Date: As soon as possible

SEND Inclusion Support is proud to be recruiting on behalf of one of our valued partner schools for an exceptional SEN Headteacher to lead an exciting new specialist provision.

This is a rare opportunity to establish and shape a brand-new independent school for children aged 4-11 years with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), many of whom have additional complex learning, communication, and sensory needs. As the founding Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in creating an outstanding learning environment, developing a strong school culture, and leading a dedicated team committed to transforming young lives.

The Role

As Headteacher, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the school delivers outstanding education and care from day one. You will oversee all aspects of school development, including curriculum design, staff recruitment and development, safeguarding, quality assurance, and fostering positive relationships with families and external professionals.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SEN leader who is passionate about inclusive education and driven to make a lasting impact.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Proven leadership experience within a specialist SEN or autism setting.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and relevant leadership qualifications (or equivalent experience).
• A strong understanding of autism and additional complex needs.
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding, SEND legislation, and school improvement.
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• A commitment to achieving exceptional outcomes for children and young people.

In Return

• Salary of up to £85,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• The opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new specialist school.
• A supportive organisation committed to high-quality SEND provision.
• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

If you are an ambitious and compassionate SEN leader ready to take on an exciting new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

SEND Inclusion Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and relevant references