Headteacher, Independent Specialist School (Permanent), Derbyshire

Brava Education; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brava Education is seeking a permanent Headteacher for a small independent special school in Derbyshire, East Midlands. This hands-on role is trauma-informed and therapeutic, with the Headteacher expected to shape the school's ethos, drive improvement and lead safeguarding, SEMH provision and residential links.

You will have NPQH or equivalent, QTS, leadership experience in a special or complex setting, and a strong knowledge of the Independent School Standards.

Qualifications

• QTS with NPQH or equivalent.
• Leadership experience in a special or complex setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Independent School Standards.
• Experience of SEMH and residential settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set the ethos and strategic vision of the school and lead its improvement.
• Lead the curriculum, teaching quality and learner outcomes.
• Oversee safeguarding, pastoral care and SEND provision.
• Ensure compliance with the Independent School Standards.
• Collaborate with clinicians, families and local authorities.

Skills

Leadership experience

QTS

NPQH

IS Standards knowledge

SEMH expertise

Trauma-informed practice

Education

NPQH or equivalent

Job description

Brava Education is working with a small independent specialist school in Derbyshire to appoint a permanent Headteacher.

The school supports young people with SEMH needs, most of whom have EHCPs. It opened recently and has passed its pre-registration inspection, with plans to grow. The new Headteacher will play a central part in shaping the school and leading it through its next stage of development.

The role

This is a hands-on headship in a trauma-informed, therapeutic setting, for a leader who enjoys being visible in school as well as setting direction. You will:

• set the ethos and strategic vision of the school, and lead its improvement and growth
• lead the curriculum and the quality of teaching and learning
• lead safeguarding, pastoral care and SEND provision
• ensure compliance with the Independent School Standards
• work closely with clinical and residential colleagues, families and local authorities

You will have the backing of an experienced regional leadership team.

About you

• QTS, with NPQH or equivalent
• Leadership experience in a special school or complex setting
• Strong knowledge of the Independent School Standards and of safeguarding
• An understanding of residential children's homes
• Experience of trauma-informed practice and SEMH
• Experience of growing a school or provision would be an advantage

Terms

Full time and permanent. Competitive salary and dependent on experience. The anticipated start date is January 2027.