Head Teacher
2 days ago
Head Teacher
Wargrave House School
Leadership Scale: L18 – L21
Permanent - Full time (5 days per week)
Start date: As soon as possible (subject to notice periods and satisfactory recruitment checks)
Remarkable Autism has been established for over 50 years and provides high-quality, specialist education and support for autistic young people. Our services include Wargrave House School (ages 5–16) and Ascent College (ages 16–25), a non-maintained special school and independent specialist college with an excellent reputation for delivering outstanding education and care.
We are seeking an exceptional Head Teacher to lead Wargrave House School as part of a dynamic and collaborative senior leadership team. This is a pivotal leadership role offering both strategic and operational responsibility, with the opportunity to influence whole-organisation practice while maintaining a clear focus on outcomes for autistic learners aged 5–16.
You will:
Provide inspirational leadership to staff and learners
Sustain and further develop high-quality teaching, learning and care
Lead school improvement and ensure continued compliance with regulatory and safeguarding requirements
Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Remarkable Group
Contribute to organisational growth, innovation and sector-leading autism practice
Before you apply, consider the following:
Do you have experience working with autistic learners?
Are you a proven Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher who is ready to challenge convention and push boundaries?
Are you passionate about improving life chances and outcomes for autistic young people?
Do you thrive in ambitious, values-led organisations?
This is your opportunity to be part of something truly Remarkable.
What we offer
We offer our staff autism specific training to support continuous professional development. Our benefits include an attractive pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, long service awards, enhanced sick pay, enhanced maternity & paternity pay and a Golden Hello welcome bonus of up to £250.
To apply
You can apply by simply visiting our career page. In accordance with recent updates to KCSIE 2025 (Keeping Children Safe in Education) guidance, we will be performing online searches and requesting references for all shortlisted candidates.
Please note: We will require proof of right to work in the UK and qualifications at interview stage. If this is not provided you may not be interviewed.
Closing Date: Tuesday 13th January 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 10th February 2026
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) and do not accept speculative CVs. Any unsolicited CVs, whether related to a specific position or submitted speculatively, will not be considered.
Remarkable Autism Ltd operates a safer recruitment process. Appointment to the post will be subject to suitable references and an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check including the child barred list. Remarkable Autism Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
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