Headteacher

OFG Education; Wigan; Presencial; GBP 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts

Descripción de la vacante

OFG Education is seeking an experienced Headteacher to lead two specialist schools, one Primary and one Secondary, focused on students with SEMH needs. You will provide strategic direction, drive improvement and champion safeguarding across both provisions.

You will work with Senior Leaders and the Regional Director to raise standards, develop high-performing teams, manage budgets and build strong partnerships with families and authorities.

Formación

• QTS and a relevant leadership qualification or equivalent experience.
• Successful senior leadership experience within a specialist, SEND or SEMH setting.
• A strong understanding of SEMH, additional learning needs and inclusive educational practice.
• A proven track record of delivering school improvement and improving outcomes for students.
• Experience of Ofsted inspections, quality assurance and school development planning.
• The ability to inspire, motivate and develop staff at all levels.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing budgets, resources and operational performance.
• The drive, resilience and ambition to lead positive change and make a meaningful difference to young people's lives.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across both Primary and Secondary schools.
• Drive school improvement, ensuring exceptional standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, creating a culture of collaboration, accountability and professional growth.
• Champion safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion, ensuring every student feels safe, valued and supported.
• Use data, self-evaluation and quality assurance processes to improve outcomes and raise standards.
• Build strong relationships with families, local authorities and external professionals.
• Lead preparation for inspections and maintain compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee budgets, resources and school operations to ensure sustainable and effective provision.
• Lead positive change and ensure a high-quality educational experience for two specialist settings.

Conocimientos

QTS

Leadership experience

SEMH expertise

School improvement

Staff development

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Communication

Educación

QTS and leadership qualification or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Lead with purpose. Inspire change. Transform lives.

Are you an experienced school leader ready to make a lasting impact across two specialist settings? We're looking for an exceptional Headteacher to lead our Primary and Secondary provisions, providing strategic direction, inspirational leadership and a relentless focus on improving outcomes for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of two schools, championing high-quality education, driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture where both students and staff can thrive. Working alongside experienced Senior Leadership Teams and the Regional Director, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring every student receives the support, encouragement and opportunities they need to succeed.

At Belmont, we believe every student deserves the chance to realise their potential. Through a personalised, nurturing and ambitious approach, we help young people build confidence, develop resilience and achieve meaningful outcomes both in education and beyond.

What you'll be doing

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across both Primary and Secondary schools.
• Drive school improvement, ensuring exceptional standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, creating a culture of collaboration, accountability and professional growth.
• Champion safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion, ensuring every student feels safe, valued and supported.
• Use data, self-evaluation and quality assurance processes to improve outcomes and raise standards.
• Build strong relationships with families, local authorities and external professionals.
• Lead preparation for inspections and maintain compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee budgets, resources and school operations to ensure sustainable and effective provision.

We're seeking a passionate and resilient leader with the vision and expertise to drive excellence across specialist education settings.

• QTS and a relevant leadership qualification or equivalent experience.
• Successful senior leadership experience within a specialist, SEND or SEMH setting.
• A strong understanding of SEMH, additional learning needs and inclusive educational practice.
• A proven track record of delivering school improvement and improving outcomes for students.
• Experience of Ofsted inspections, quality assurance and school development planning.
• The ability to inspire, motivate and develop staff at all levels.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing budgets, resources and operational performance.
• The drive, resilience and ambition to lead positive change and make a meaningful difference to young people's lives.

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

At Belmont, we know that outstanding leadership can change the direction of a young person's life. Every improvement you drive, every colleague you inspire and every opportunity you create will help students build confidence, develop independence and prepare for a more positive future.

You'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact across two specialist schools, supported by the wider expertise and resources of OFG Education.

If you’re an experienced Headteacher looking for a new challenge, or an ambitious Deputy Headteacher ready to step into whole‑school leadership, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education 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, OFG Education 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 .