Visionary Headteacher: SEND & Inclusion Leader

Teaching Vacancies; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avenue School in England seeks an exceptional Headteacher to lead its specialist academy for pupils aged 3–19 with SEND. You will provide strategic leadership, safeguard pupils, and drive improvements in teaching, learning and curriculum while building strong partnerships with trustees, governors, parents and external agencies.

You will lead a dedicated staff team, ensure value for money and financial compliance, and champion inclusive education so every pupil receives personalised support

Qualifications

• Substantial senior leadership experience within a SEND setting.
• Experience developing strategies to raise achievement for pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to provide strategic and creative leadership to sustain a clear school vision.
• Strong ability to build relationships with governors, staff, pupils, parents and professionals.
• Committed to staff development and wellbeing; thorough safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the school.
• Drive continuous improvement and high expectations in teaching, learning and curriculum.
• Lead and develop a talented staff team and safeguarding culture.
• Work with trustees, governors, parents and external agencies to support pupils.
• Ensure effective financial management and value for money; act as Accounting Officer.

Skills

Strategic leadership

SEND leadership

Stakeholder communication

Staff development

Safeguarding expertise

Education

QTS

NPQH or equivalent leadership experience

Job description

The Avenue School in England seeks an exceptional Headteacher to lead its specialist academy for pupils aged 3–19 with SEND. You will provide strategic leadership, safeguard pupils, and drive improvements in teaching, learning and curriculum while building strong partnerships with trustees, governors, parents and external agencies.

You will lead a dedicated staff team, ensure value for money and financial compliance, and champion inclusive education so every pupil receives personalised support