Headteacher: Safeguarding, SEN & Inclusive Leadership

Polaris, company; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Enhanced pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Life Insurance x 2

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Job summary

Polaris Education - Middlesbrough School is seeking a Headteacher to lead a new team and shape the educational journey for our pupils in Middlesbrough. The role focuses on safeguarding leadership, inclusive education, and staff development within a nurturing school community.

You will drive a holistic approach, align with Polaris values, and oversee curriculum and safeguarding while engaging with parents and external partners to support pupils with complex needs.

Qualifications

• Commitment to holistic education integrating academic progress with emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
• Part of the Polaris Community with 30+ years of improving young lives in the UK.
• OFSTED inspections consistently rating Good or Outstanding.

Responsibilities

• Educational Leadership: develop and implement a vision aligned with the Polaris ethos of compassion, inclusion and personalised learning.
• Lead the school to continuously meet Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework.
• Safeguarding: act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead with teaching experience.
• Possess a suitable first degree and/or NPQH (not essential).
• Experience working with pupils with SEN and understanding their needs.
• Proven leadership skills to inspire and motivate staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

Educational Leadership

Safeguarding

Staff Development

Communication

Education

First degree

NPQH (not essential)

Job description

Polaris Education - Middlesbrough School is seeking a Headteacher to lead a new team and shape the educational journey for our pupils in Middlesbrough. The role focuses on safeguarding leadership, inclusive education, and staff development within a nurturing school community.

You will drive a holistic approach, align with Polaris values, and oversee curriculum and safeguarding while engaging with parents and external partners to support pupils with complex needs.