Headteacher

Sun Spray Salon; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Farnborough is looking for an experienced Headteacher to lead and inspire a team committed to improving the lives of pupils with autism. The ideal candidate will have dynamic leadership skills, experience in special needs education, and qualifications such as NPQH and QTS. The role offers a competitive salary and the chance to participate in a trial of a 4-Day Working Week.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support services

Flexible benefits platform

Qualifications

• NPQH is essential for this role.
• QTS and relevant teaching qualification required.
• Experience with students with autism and challenging behavior needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive the school's vision and strategic plan.
• Ensure high-quality educational outcomes.
• Collaborate with senior leadership for effective provision.

Skills

Dynamic leadership

Strong communication skills

Budget management

Experience with autism

Understanding Ofsted procedures

Education

NPQH

QTS

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group, so there's never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Details

• Job Title: Headteacher
• Location: Napier School, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6EF
• Salary: Up to £80,000.00 per annum
• Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
• Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Headteacher to join our close-knit team at Napier School, part of Options Autism.

About The Role

Are you an innovative Headteacher/Senior Leader committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people with a primary diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Continuum and additional complex needs? This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our team.

As Headteacher, you will continue our vision of Thinking and Learning Differently, promoting high-quality, creative learning, and maximizing pupils' achievement while responding to their complex needs.

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school, ensuring the development and promotion of the school's vision and continuous improvement. You will create outstanding educational outcomes and drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership.

You will collaborate with the senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide inclusive, high-quality educational and therapeutic provision.

Responsibilities include strategic leadership, maintaining high standards, and ensuring effective communication across the school.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship)
• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Relevant Teaching Qualification
• Experience working with children or young adults with autism and/or challenging behaviour
• Proven leadership as a Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher in a complex special needs setting
• Understanding of Ofsted procedures and experience with School Improvement Partners
• Effective budget management skills

About Us

Napier School, part of Options Autism, is a new primary school for pupils with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs in Farnborough. We aim to help pupils excel through a structured, nurturing, and engaging curriculum.

Options Autism has over 16 years of experience providing care and education to neurodivergent young people and adults. We are a leading provider committed to innovative, measurable outcomes and are proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work.

Why Join Us?

We focus on positive outcomes for pupils and vulnerable young adults, making a meaningful difference in their lives. We are committed to safeguarding and will conduct social media checks and DBS verification for all applicants.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing support services and health checks
• Flexible benefits platform offering health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, cycle-to-work schemes, electric car purchase scheme, critical illness cover, and family growth support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. You will work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, subject to successful probation. Note: 4DWW is not a contractual benefit.

Outcomes First Group is dedicated to fair, thorough recruitment aligned with safeguarding standards. All stages are subject to necessary checks and statutory requirements.