A well-established SEN School in High Wycombe is seeking an experienced and committed Head of School to join its leadership team. This Head of School position offers the opportunity to provide strategic and operational leadership across the school, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding, behaviour, attendance and pupil outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
The successful candidate will work to implement the school's vision and improvement priorities. The Head of School in High Wycombe will lead and develop staff, monitor pupil progress, promote an inclusive school culture and ensure that all pupils receive the support and opportunities they need to achieve their potential.
The school caters for pupils with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Speech, Language and Communication Needs, ADHD, SEMH, Moderate Learning Difficulties and additional complex needs. The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong understanding of SEND provision and a clear commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and positive outcomes for pupils. Previous leadership experience within an SEN setting would be highly desirable for this role.
Job Role :
Providing strategic and operational leadership across the SEN School in High Wycombe
Working closely with the Executive Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to deliver school improvement priorities
Leading and developing staff to ensure high standards of teaching, learning and professional practice
Ensuring high-quality provision for pupils with SEND, ASD, ADHD, SLCN, SEMH and complex needs
Supporting curriculum development and ensuring an ambitious, inclusive and personalised curriculum
Developing effective relationships with pupils, parents, carers, Local Authorities and external agencies
Supporting staff performance management, professional development and continuous improvement
Contributing to school self-evaluation, development planning and quality assurance
Job Requirements for the Head of School in High Wycombe role:
Qualified Teacher Status
Degree or equivalent qualification
Proven experience of leadership and management within a school or educational setting
Demonstrable experience of leading school improvement initiatives
Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
Experience of managing, developing and supporting staff
Experience of monitoring attendance, behaviour and pupil outcomes
Job Perks :
Competitive leadership salary
Comprehensive pension scheme
Staff wellbeing support
Access to ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity to contribute to whole-school improvement and positive outcomes for pupils with SEND
If you believe you would be suitable for the position, please submit your detailed CV. A member of the recruitment team will review your application and contact shortlisted candidates to discuss the Head of School in High Wycombe opportunity further. xrexnqw
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.