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Headteacher – Blenheim School
Location: Midlands
Salary: Up to £85,000.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Hours: Monday–Friday
Start: April 2026
UK Applicants Only — this role does not offer sponsorship
Lead a school where every pupil is known, valued, and championed.
The Opportunity
We are growing and seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead a new Blenheim school. This is a rare opportunity to create a specialist provision that blends high-quality education with a strong therapeutic and inclusive ethos, where each pupil’s unique talents, character, and aspirations are understood and nurtured.
As Headteacher, you will have the chance to:
* Shape the vision, culture, and values of a brand-new school
* Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative, personalised education
* Develop a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment where pupils can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally
* Champion a culture of confidence, self-discovery, and personal growth
If you are driven by impact and motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people, this role offers the chance to leave a lasting legacy.
What You’ll Do
* Provide strategic leadership with clarity, ambition, and heart
* Embed a trauma-informed, inclusive, and aspirational culture
* Lead operational delivery, safeguarding, quality, and compliance
* Recruit, develop, and inspire a highly skilled staff team
* Collaborate closely with therapy colleagues to design personalised, pupil-centred pathways
* Deliver a broad and innovative curriculum complemented by co-curricular opportunities that challenge, support, and celebrate every learner
* Build strong, collaborative relationships with parents, carers, and local authorities
* Drive continuous improvement and innovation in specialist education
About You
We are looking for a leader who brings both expertise and heart:
* Experienced Headteacher or Deputy Head ready for headship
* Strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks for specialist settings
* Proven ability in budget, resource, and change management
* Deeply committed to inclusive education and aspirational outcomes for every pupil
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with senior leadership experience
* Full UK Driving Licence
You are passionate about creating a nurturing environment where every pupil is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive — academically, socially, and personally.
Why Join Outcomes First Group?
Outcomes First Group is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education, supporting children and young people with complex needs.
Our schools provide inclusive, safe, and nurturing environments where pupils can flourish, combining personalised learning with therapeutic support. Joining a new Blenheim school means shaping culture, provision, and practice from the outset — creating a place where staff feel valued and pupils thrive.
In 2025, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth consecutive year, reflecting our commitment to staff wellbeing, development, and recognition.
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is our highest priority, and all successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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