Regional Director (SEN Education North & Mids)

Horizon Care Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount programmes

Holiday trading scheme

Eco friendly car scheme

SmartTech scheme

Wellbeing Centre

Cycle to work

Job summary

Horizon Care and Education Group seeks a Regional Director of Education to drive performance across its North and Midlands schools. This role focuses on improving educational outcomes, regulatory compliance, and leadership development for senior school leaders.

The ideal candidate has SEN education leadership experience, NPQH/EL, and a track record of growing regional services while delivering commercial KPIs.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status and NPQH/EL in leadership of SEN education.
• At least 2 years’ experience leading multiple schools or services within a region.
• Detailed knowledge of ISS and Ofsted framework guidance.
• Proven success delivering commercial and quality KPIs; change management in large organisations.
• Experience leading growth initiatives for new schools or services.
• At least 2 years in a Director/Executive/Headteacher role within SEN education.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance, development, and effectiveness of schools in the North & Midlands.
• Monitor occupancy, regulatory compliance, and lead training/coaching for school leaders.
• Set and monitor targets; drive improvements across multiple schools.
• Collaborate with regional teams to deliver strategic initiatives and expansion plans.
• Ensure strong financial management and alignment with organisational priorities.

Skills

Vision

Resilience

Empathy

Strategic leadership

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

NPQH/EL

Job description

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Regional Director (SEN Education North & Mids)

Job Reference horizoncare/TP/887/1376

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Full Time

Working Hours:

37..50

Location:

Leeds

Closing Date:

14/10/2026

Job Category:

Education

Region / Division:

North

Business Unit:

Education

Job Introduction

Exciting Opportunity: Regional Director of Education

Remote work with regular travel

We are looking for a Regional Director of Education who will play a pivotal role in driving the performance, development, and effectiveness of our schools across the North and Midlands region.With a strong focus on raising educational standards and delivering outstanding outcomes, the Regional Director will lead strategic initiatives that not only improve the provision for all students but also ensure operational excellence to support the organisation's continued growth and success.

In this role, you will be responsible for enhancing school performance through continuous evaluation, monitoring, and leadership development.This includes overseeing student occupancy, ensuring full regulatory compliance, and leading high-quality training and coaching programs for school leaders.You will bring strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and a deep understanding of SEMH issues, ensuring that best practices are implemented and shared across the region.Your work will be integral in fostering a culture of continuous improvement while preparing the region for future expansion and increased commercial success.

About Horizon

Horizon Care and Education Group is a growing provider of children’s homes, specialist schools and supported accommodation services for children and young people across England.

About Horizon Education

Horizon Education offers unrivalled opportunities, securing sound educational outcomes with personalised, inclusive, and stimulating programmes of learning.

Our schools specialise in supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN), as well as ADHD and complex learning needs.

Core Values and Leadership Expectations

Horizon is guided by our core values: Compassionate, Inspiring, Dependable, and Collaborative. As a senior leader, you will be expected to model these values in every aspect of your work.A true leader at Horizon is one who uses these principles as a foundation for decision-making, fostering a positive and supportive environment, and fulfilling our mission to deliver exceptional outcomes for young people.

Join Our Team

We are looking for a leader who not only exemplifies our core values but can also inspire our community to achieve lasting success. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Vision: Lead with a clear and compelling vision for the future of our schools, fostering an environment of growth, innovation, and excellence.
• Resilience: Show perseverance and adaptability in the face of challenges, driving forward with determination and optimism.
• Empathy: Cultivate a supportive and inclusive atmosphere by demonstrating genuine care and understanding for both staff and students, ensuring everyone feels valued.
• High Support & High Challenge: Aim for academic excellence while providing steadfast support, ensuring that every student can reach their full potential.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status and NPQH/EL (National Professional Qualification for Headship/Executive Leadership).
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in leading multiple schools or services, with a proven track record of success across a region.
• Detailed knowledge and experience of the Independent Schools Standards (ISS) and the current Ofsted framework and guidance.
• Proven success in achieving both commercial and quality KPIs, as well as experience delivering effective change management projects within large organisations.
• Experience in leading growth initiatives for new schools or services that align with organisational strategic priorities.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a Director, Executive / Headteacher, or similar leadership role within an SEN specialist school or educational setting.
• Demonstrated success in leading staff teams to execute school improvement strategies, achieving KPIs and raising standards.
• Strong ability to set and monitor challenging targets at all levels of school performance, ensuring accountability and results.
• Collaborative leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively within and lead a team.
• Experience in leading educational projects, strategic planning, and financial management across multiple schools or on a regional/national level.

This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated leader who is passionate about driving progress, improving outcomes, and making a meaningful impact across our schools and services.

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The platform is designed to give you instant access to amazing employee benefits, company announcements, downloadable resources and documents as well as feedback surveys and our people directory.

You will benefit from Discount programmes, Holiday trading scheme, Eco friendly car scheme, SmartTech scheme, Wellbeing Centre and Cycle to work plus much more!

Closing date for this role will be the 14th October