PSHE Lead

Hillingdon Manor School; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with increased employer

Your Wellbeing Matters – mental health

Vista Benefits Platform

Health and insurance benefits

Discounts (UK & international)

Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support and enhanced mat

Job summary

3 Dimensions School is seeking an inspiring PSHE & RSHE Lead to champion a curriculum that impacts the lives of children and young people with SEND. You will shape and deliver PSHE/RSHE to promote wellbeing, independence and safety, working with safeguarding, therapy and education teams across two sites.

The role involves leading curriculum development, delivering lessons, coaching staff and monitoring impact to ensure Preparation for Adulthood outcomes. UK applicants only.

Qualifications

• Educated to Level 3 or above in Education, Health, Social Care, Psychology, Youth Work or a related field.
• GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching PSHE and/or RSHE.
• Experience working with children and young people with SEND.
• Curriculum development or subject leadership experience.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and RSHE requirements.
• Knowledge of neurodiversity, EHCP outcomes and Preparation for Adulthood pathways.
• Excellent communication, leadership and relationship‑building skills.
• Driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of PSHE and RSHE across the school.
• Designing an engaging and accessible curriculum from KS1 to KS5.
• Ensuring PSHE and RSHE supports safeguarding priorities, pupil wellbeing and Preparation for Adulthood outcomes.
• Delivering high-quality lessons and modelling outstanding practice.
• Supporting and coaching colleagues to build confidence in delivering sensitive and important topics.
• Monitoring curriculum quality and impact through observations, learning walks and pupil voice activities.
• Working collaboratively with safeguarding leaders, therapists, teachers and families.
• Promoting a culture of inclusion, respect, wellbeing and positive relationships throughout the school.

Skills

Driving licence

Excellent communication

Leadership

Relationship building

Education

Level 3+ in Education/Health/Social Care/Psychology/Youth Work or related

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Job description

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3 Dimensions

• Wadeford, Chard
• Permanent

Salary: Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

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Job Title: PSHE Lead
Location: 3 Dimensions School, Chard, Somerset, TA20 3AJ
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday – Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm
Salary: Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: November 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

At 3 Dimensions School, we're looking for an inspiring PSHE & RSHE Lead to champion a curriculum that has a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with SEND.

This is a unique opportunity to take the lead in shaping and delivering an ambitious Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE) and Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) curriculum that promotes wellbeing, independence, safety and positive life outcomes. Working closely with our safeguarding, therapy and education teams, you'll play a vital role in preparing pupils for adulthood while ensuring every learner feels understood, valued and empowered.

Please note this role is required between both 3 Dimensions sites at TA20 3AJ & TA20 1PB.

What You’ll Do

• Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of PSHE and RSHE across the school.
• Designing an engaging and accessible curriculum from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 5.
• Ensuring PSHE and RSHE supports safeguarding priorities, pupil wellbeing and Preparation for Adulthood outcomes.
• Delivering high-quality lessons and modelling outstanding practice.
• Supporting and coaching colleagues to build confidence in delivering sensitive and important topics.
• Monitoring curriculum quality and impact through observations, learning walks and pupil voice activities.
• Working collaboratively with safeguarding leaders, therapists, teachers and families.
• Promoting a culture of inclusion, respect, wellbeing and positive relationships throughout the school.

Who We’re Looking For

We're seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable professional who understands the power of PSHE and RSHE in helping young people succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

• Educated to Level 3 or above in Education, Health, Social Care, Psychology, Youth Work or a related field.
• GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching PSHE and/or RSHE.
• Experience working with children and young people with SEND.
• Curriculum development or subject leadership experience.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and statutory RSHE requirements.
• Knowledge of neurodiversity, EHCP outcomes and Preparation for Adulthood pathways.
• Excellent communication, leadership and relationship‑building skills.
• The ability to inspire colleagues and create engaging learning experiences for pupils.
• Driving licence is required

About Us

3 Dimensions School is a specialist independent school for children and young people aged 7‑25 with a range of complex learning, communication, social, emotional and mental health needs. Part of Outcomes First Group, we provide a nurturing, inclusive and highly personalised education that enables every learner to thrive.

Operating across two purposefully designed sites, our primary provision at Chardleigh and secondary/post‑16 provision at Hummingbird allow us to offer tailored learning environments that meet students' needs at every stage of their educational journey.

We support learners with a range of profiles, including Autism, ADHD, speech, language and communication needs, SEMH, PDA, attachment difficulties and the impact of trauma. Through our trauma‑informed and neurodiversity‑affirming approach, we help young people build confidence, resilience, independence and the skills they need for successful futures.

3 Dimensions School has a strong reputation for achieving positive outcomes for students, combining high expectations with individualised support to help young people succeed both academically and personally. Our broad curriculum, therapeutic approaches, vocational pathways and preparation for adulthood programmes ensure that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

We are proud to be a school where relationships come first, strengths are recognised and celebrated, and every young person is supported to achieve their own version of success.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence‑based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a "Great Place to Work" for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils 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 pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• 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.

Outcomes First Group 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, Outcomes First Group 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

Wherever you work – whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings – you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

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