Headteacher | Elements Academy | Ethos Academy Trust

Satis Education Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruiting service is seeking an inspirational Headteacher for Elements Academy to lead and improve educational standards. The role includes managing a school for children with special needs, ensuring safeguarding practices, and working collaboratively with the executive team. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience and a strong commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment for students. This is a full-time, permanent position located in Rotherham with a salary up to L29.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in an educational leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading school improvement.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Elements Academy and its Elevate provision.
• Set ambitious standards for staff and pupils.
• Work closely with the Trust Executive Team to deliver the school's vision.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding practices

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Headteacher – Elements Academy

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

Salary: Up to L29
Contract: Full time, permanent
Location: Elements Academy, Rotherham (with leadership responsibility for Elevate, Herringthorpe)
Start date: September 2026

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.

We are looking for a leader with drive, clarity and moral purpose. Someone who will set ambitious standards for staff and pupils, 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, champion strong safeguarding practice and promote a culture where pupils feel safe, respected and valued.

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 9:00am
Remote tasks: Monday 2 February 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 3 February 2026

Site visits are welcome:

• Wednesday 7 January, 1.30pm–4pm
• Wednesday 14 January, 9am–12pm

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

For more information and a full job pack, please visit www.joinethos.co.uk

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

Safeguarding
Satis Education and Ethos Academy Trust 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.