Headteacher

North Star 240°; West of England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

North Star Academy Trust in the South West invites an experienced senior leader to become Headteacher. You will provide strategic and operational leadership across primary, secondary, and alternative provisions, with a clear focus on improving teaching and pupil outcomes and safeguarding.

You will lead on SEMH provision, drive attendance, equity, and inclusive practices, and build partnerships with families and external agencies.

Qualifications

• SEMH expertise and understanding of needs
• Compassionate and empathetic leadership
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community
• Resilient and adaptable in challenging environments

Responsibilities

• Providing effective leadership and management and fostering a culture of collaboration
• Driving school improvement with a focus on raising attendance and academic outcomes
• Developing and implementing a vision for the school that prioritises the needs of all learners
• Fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous professional development
• Ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and relevant school policies
• Building strong partnerships with families, the community, and external agencies.

Job description

North Star Academy Trust is a small multi-academy trust that was set up with the ambition to improve the SEND provision in the South West and provide as many young people as possible with a bespoke, specialist education that is tailored to each individual's needs. We are a small but growing Trust, we currently consist of 4 schools including both Primary and Secondary provisions and an alternative provision.

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to an experienced senior leader who has a proven track record in leading and developing staff, initiating change, and driving improvement. As we continue to grow, we are looking for someone who is seeking a new challenge with opportunities to progress.

The Headteacher will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, and support for our pupils. The postholder will lead on school improvement, safeguarding, and the ongoing development of a positive, inclusive school culture.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing effective leadership and management and fostering a culture of collaboration
• Driving school improvement with a focus on raising attendance and academic outcomes
• Developing and implementing a vision for the school that prioritises the needs of all learners
• Fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous professional development
• Ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and relevant school policies
• Building strong partnerships with families, the community, and external agencies.

About You

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring leader with a deep understanding of SEMH needs. You should be a compassionate and empathetic individual with a strong commitment to equity and social justice. You should also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to build relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community. Leading an SEMH school can be challenging; we are looking for an experienced individual who is resilient and adaptable.

In addition to the above, you will ideally have:

• A proven track record of success in leadership and management
• A strong understanding of SEN policy and legislation
• Experience in developing and implementing inclusive education practices
• A passion for working with young people with SEMH needs
• A commitment to social justice and equity

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated leader to step into the role of Headteacher. In return, you will benefit from the support of a dedicated Executive Leadership Team and Central Team, have access to leadership coaching, wellbeing support and professional development.