Leadership Role in Special Education

4 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Simply Education Full time

Simply Education is seeking a highly skilled and experienced leader to join our team as Assistant Head of School/Exams Lead. This exciting opportunity will provide the chance to make a meaningful impact and shape the school's growing services.

About the School

The school is part of an SEN Trust and is a leading provider of education and care for children, young people, and adults with special educational needs and disabilities. Our SEN school is a growing independent day and residential school for students aged 6–19 with complex learning difficulties, including those with profound physical disabilities and/or medical needs. We are committed to delivering enriching experiences that foster self-esteem and independence, using imaginative resources such as a sensory room, hydrotherapy pool, and rebound therapy.

With recent refurbishments expanding our capacity, we are seeking an Assistant Head of School/Exams Lead to join our leadership team, supporting the Head of School in delivering their vision and leading school examinations. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with staff, students, and parents to achieve our strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Head of School and oversee the exam process.
  • Collaborate with staff and students to uphold and achieve our school's strategic objectives.
  • Monitor and support the Quality Improvement Plan alongside the Head of School.
  • Lead and support staff development, ensuring consistent training and progress.
  • Advocate for student welfare, ensuring individual needs and priorities are communicated and upheld.
  • Engage with parents, carers, and external agencies to build strong community relationships.
  • Oversee curriculum content and effectiveness, tracking student attainment and progress.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Demonstrated leadership experience

We also welcome applications from individuals with:

  • Training in special education needs (e.g., PMLD, SLD, ASD)
  • NPQSL

In addition, you will have:

  • At least 5 years of structured, successful teaching experience within special education
  • Whole-school responsibility experience and evidence of translating policy into successful practice
  • Leadership experience in key areas, such as inclusion or phase responsibilities, with a focus on raising standards
  • Previous experience engaging school governors, trustees, or executives

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees. As a member of our team, you can expect:

  • A competitive salary between £49,781 - £56,316 per annum
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A collaborative and dynamic work environment


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