At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance and were putting wellbeing first.
Thats why were proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. Job Title: Head of School
00 per annum depending on experience (Not pro rata)
Hours:40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Are you a visionary and compassionate leader passionate about making a real difference for children and young people with additional needs? Options Autism is searching for a dynamic Head of School to spearhead our specialist provision in St Helens and empower every learner to reach their full potential.
As Head of School, youll lead with heart and purposedriving excellence across every corner of the school. Together, youll build a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and DfE standards, and achieving exceptional inspection results.
Transformational Leadership: Champion a nurturing, safe, and motivating environment that supports the wellbeing and success of every pupil and staff member
Curriculum Excellence: Oversee a vibrant, engaging, and relevant curriculum that meets the highest standards of teaching and learning
Innovative Inclusion: Embed therapeutic, inclusive, and positive behaviour strategies that empower learners and enrich school life
Staff Empowerment: Lead, inspire, and develop a passionate team through impactful professional growth and performance management
Community & Partnerships: Forge strong, collaborative relationships with families, local authorities, and community partners to enhance student experiences and opportunities
A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with at least 3 years of senior leadership experience in special education
Senior Leadership experience in a special school
Primary education experience
Skilled in leading staff performance, development, and fostering a collaborative, motivated team culture
Deeply experienced in supporting children and young people with complex or challenging behaviours
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a thriving SEN school within the Options Autism familywhere compassion, innovation, and high standards combine to transform lives and create brighter futures for every young person.
For over 16 years Options Autism have provided support and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
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
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:
~ A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
~100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
~ Cycle to Work Schemes
~ Electric Car Purchase Scheme
~ Critical illness cover
~ Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.