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Location: Newham, East London Role: Headteacher (SEND) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Start: ASAP / January 2027 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you an experienced SEN leader, Headteacher or senior education professional looking for an opportunity to lead a specialist setting and make a genuine difference to young people?
Ribbons & Reeves are working with a specialist SEND provision in Newham that is looking for an ambitious, experienced and compassionate Headteacher to lead the school and its staff team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who understands the importance of high expectations, excellent teaching, safeguarding, strong relationships and a pupil-centred approach within specialist education.
The role involves: Providing strategic and day-to-day leadership across the school Setting a clear vision and culture for the provision Leading, motivating and developing the teaching and support teams Ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and pupil progress Overseeing behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and pastoral provision Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, SEMH and complex needs Working closely with parents, carers, local authorities and external professionals Monitoring pupil outcomes and driving continuous improvement Leading on school improvement and ensuring effective policies and procedures Managing and developing staff through coaching, support and performance management Ensuring the school meets its safeguarding, SEND and statutory responsibilities Working collaboratively with senior leaders and stakeholders to further develop the provision We are looking for someone who: Has substantial leadership experience within SEND, specialist education, AP or PRU settings Has experience leading teams and overseeing the day-to-day running of an educational provision Has a strong understanding of SEND, safeguarding, behaviour and pastoral support Can provide calm, consistent and inspiring leadership Has high expectations for both pupils and staff Is confident working with families, professionals and external agencies Can demonstrate a track record of improving outcomes and developing staff Is passionate about ensuring every young xrexnqw person has access to a positive educational experience Holds QTS and has relevant senior leadership experience What the school offers: The opportunity to lead a specialist SEND setting in Newham A committed and supportive staff team The opportunity to shape the school's culture, development and future direction A role with genuine scope to influence outcomes for pupils A supportive professional environment Long-term career development within specialist education If you are an experienced Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher, SENCO or senior SEND/AP leader ready to take the next step in your career, we'd be keen to speak with you.
Apply now through Ribbons & Reeves for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.
