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We are looking for an exceptional Head of School to start at a new SEND school in Durham. 

As Head of School, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our commitment to excellence in teaching, learning, and student well-being. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, student-centred leader to drive forward our vision, inspire our talented staff, and work alongside our supportive community to ensure every student thrives.

Working with students with SEN (Special Educational Needs), your role is multifaceted. Beyond overseeing the general operations of the school, you play a crucial part in fostering an inclusive environment that supports the unique needs of these students.

You will need a proactive and compassionate approach, ensuring that both the staff and the school community are equipped to support all students effectively. Your leadership can help ensure that all students are given equal opportunities to succeed and thrive.

You will establishing an Inclusive School Culture by promote Inclusion and Diversity: Lead by example in promoting an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, encourages empathy, and values all students equally.

What the school offers its staff

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Essential criteria for this role: 

At least three years’ experience as a senior leader in either mainstream or special educational needs schools
Qualified Teacher Status or Equivalent
Willingness to extend personal and professional development
Ability to lead and provide a clear vision
Appreciation and understanding that leadership and management of school encompasses processes contributing to pupil outcomes, staff motivation, keeping pupils safe, filling the school with pupils, managing costs, meeting regulatory requirements and applying growth plans as appropriate
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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