Primary Head of School | Specialist SEN / SEMH
About the Role
We are recruiting for a Primary Heads of School for a specialist education group supporting children with SEN/SEMH needs.
This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who can confidently lead a small specialist primary school day-to-day—ensuring high standards in education, safeguarding, behaviour, and pupil wellbeing.
You will lead staff, support pupils with EHCPs, work closely with parents and external agencies, and create a calm, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead daily school operations and staff deployment
* Maintain strong safeguarding standards (DSL/DDSL level)
* Drive behaviour culture using restorative and trauma-informed approaches
* Monitor teaching quality and pupil progress
* Ensure the school remains Ofsted-ready
* Build strong relationships with families and external professionals
* Support staff development and performance
Candidate Profile
We are looking for:
* Current or aspiring Head of School, Deputy Head, Assistant Head, SENDCo, or Inclusion Lead
* Strong experience in SEN / SEMH / Alternative Provision / PRU / Specialist Schools
* Primary (KS1/KS2) leadership experience
* Strong safeguarding knowledge (KCSIE, DSL/DDSL preferred)
* Understanding of EHCPs, behaviour plans, and trauma-informed practice
* QTS preferred
Desirable
* NPQSL / NPQH / SENCo qualification
* Team Teach / Thrive / Zones of Regulation
* Immediate or short-notice availability
Apply now if you want to lead a specialist setting where your work truly changes children’s lives