Headteacher

SATIS EDUCATION LTD; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust is seeking an inspirational Headteacher for Elements Academy in Rotherham. This pivotal role involves leading a special school focused on nurturing students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The successful candidate will drive school improvement, ensure high standards, and foster a positive learning environment. Applicants should demonstrate strong leadership, strategic planning, and a commitment to safeguarding. The role offers a competitive salary and full-time hours, with various opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a school or education provision.
• Strong understanding of special education needs.
• Proven track record in raising achievement in students.

Responsibilities

• Lead school improvement with precision and pace.
• Build strong relationships to create a thriving school community.
• Safeguard pupils and promote their welfare.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Safeguarding practices

Educational vision

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Relevant leadership qualification

Job description

Headteacher

Elements Academy

Ethos Academy Trust

Salary: Up to L29

Contract: Full time, permanent

Location: Elements Academy, Rotherham (with leadership responsibility for Elevate, Herringthorpe)

Start date: September 2026

Ethos Academy Trust is seeking an inspirational Headteacher to lead Elements Academy and its Elevate provision.

This is a rare chance to shape a growing special school that supports children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs across Key Stages 2–4.

Elements Academy opened in 2022 and now provides 170 places for pupils with EHCPs. The school is built on nurture principles. Staff offer personalised teaching, targeted pastoral support and a curriculum designed to build resilience, confidence and ambition. Elevate, our new KS4 provision, expands this mission with a tailored pathway that prepares students for adulthood.

You will join a Trust with a strong track record of improving life chances for vulnerable pupils. Our academies are welcoming, calm and purposeful. We set high expectations. We collaborate closely across schools. Professional development is part of our culture and many colleagues have progressed into senior roles through Trust support.

We are looking for a leader with drive, clarity and moral purpose. Someone who will set ambitious standards for staff and pupils. Someone who has the strategic grip, professional credibility and personal warmth to create a thriving school community. You will build strong relationships, raise achievement, secure excellent teaching and ensure pupils have a rich, positive school experience.

You will work closely with the CEO, Trust Executive Team and Board of Trustees to deliver our shared vision. You will lead school improvement with precision and pace. You will champion strong safeguarding practice and promote a culture where pupils feel safe, respected and valued.

Above all, you will believe in the power of education to transform lives.

For an informal, confidential conversation about the role, please contact Jenna Everett at Satis Education on 07593 583047 or email [e-mail].

Closing date: Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 9:00 am

Remote tasks: Monday 2 February 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 3 February 2026

Site visits are welcome:

• Wednesday 7 January, 1:30 pm–4 pm
• Wednesday 14 January, 9 am–12 pm

Please book via Jenna Everett – visits cannot be accommodated without a booking.

Apply online via: www.mynewterm.com/jobs/17070/EDV-2025-EAT-71565

Safeguarding

Ethos Academy Trust and Satis Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check (including Children’s Barred List), online search and full employment references. Applicants must disclose all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including spent convictions, under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Equality and Diversity

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be made where needed.