Headteacher

Outcomes First Group; Folly Gate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the UK is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead a new specialist school for children with SEMH and Autism. This is a unique opportunity to shape a therapeutic school environment. Responsibilities include leading the school with compassion and ensuring operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have experience in SEN/SEMH and relevant qualifications. Comprehensive benefits include life assurance and mental health support.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced Headteacher or Deputy in SEN/SEMH, specialist or alternative provision.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks for specialist settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead an SEN/SEMH school with vision, compassion, and ambition.
• Empower a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized education.
• Ensure operational excellence, safeguarding, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership in SEN/SEMH

Knowledge of trauma-informed practice

Budget and resource management

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

We're seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead a new specialist school for children and young people with SEMH, Autism and associated needs. This is a unique chance to shape a school from the ground up - embedding therapeutic, trauma‑informed approaches and creating a safe, supportive, and aspirational environment for every pupil.

Responsibilities

• Lead an SEN/SEMH school with vision, compassion, and ambition
• Build a culture where wellbeing and learning progress go hand in hand
• Empower a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised, pupil‑centred education
• Ensure operational excellence, safeguarding, and compliance from day one

Qualifications

• Experienced Headteacher or Deputy in SEN/SEMH, specialist or alternative provision
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed practice, behaviour as communication, and complex needs
• Strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks for specialist settings
• Budget and resource management experience
• Relevant teaching qualification

At Outcomes First Group, we recognise the importance of balance, wellbeing, and the time and space to lead with clarity and purpose. That's why we're proud to be part of the 4‑Day Working Week (4DWW) trial – offering you the opportunity to work one day less each week (or equivalent hours) while still receiving full‑time pay. Many of our schools have already embedded the 4DWW, while others will introduce it as soon as full staffing is achieved. Whether it's already established or soon to be launched, there has never been a better time to join #teamOFG. At Outcomes First Group, every day brings the chance to make a meaningful, lasting difference. In return for your expertise and commitment, we offer outstanding career development and access to a network of exceptional leaders across our organisation. You will be joining passionate, values‑driven colleagues who share your belief in excellence – supported by a collaborative community that empowers you to lead with confidence, innovation, and impact. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a "Great Place to Work" for the fifth year running. We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, and you'll start each day knowing your work is making a significant positive difference. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll receive an exceptional reward package, including:

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters – access to a wide range of mental health support services and physical health checks
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance options
• Hundreds of discounts in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – covering enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support