Headteacher - SEMH School (North Lincolnshire)

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to take on the Headteacher position at a specialist SEMH school in North Lincolnshire. This role demands strategic leadership to drive school improvement and ensure high-quality educational outcomes for vulnerable students. The successful candidate will lead a committed staff team, ensuring a supportive and ambitious environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in specialist or alternative education.
• Understanding of challenges faced by SEMH students.
• Strong track record of improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school's vision and strategic direction.
• Drive continuous school improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

People Management

Inclusive Education

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31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Headteacher – SEMH School

Location: North Lincolnshire

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Dependent on experience

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced leader to join a specialist secondary SEMH and SEND school in North Lincolnshire as Headteacher.

This is a pivotal role for a committed professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is driven by the belief that all young people deserve access to high-quality, personalised education.

About the School:

The school supports a mixed cohort of students, with varied SEMH and SEND needs, many of whom have experienced disrupted education.

The Role:

As Headteacher, you will provide strategic leadership and direction to the school community, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes. You will be responsible for leading and developing a skilled and committed staff team, fostering a culture of ambition, compassion, and high expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the school’s vision, ethos, and strategic direction
• Drive continuous school improvement across curriculum, behaviour, and outcomes
• Lead, support, and develop staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture
• Ensure compliance with all safeguarding, SEND, and regulatory requirements
• Build strong relationships with pupils, families, staff, and external partners

About You:

• Proven leadership experience within specialist or alternative education (SEMH, PRU, or similar)
• A deep understanding of the challenges faced by young people with SEMH needs
• Strong track record of improving outcomes for vulnerable learners
• Excellent communication, organisational, and people management skills
• Resilient, compassionate, and committed to inclusive education

This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact in a well-supported and ambitious school community.