Principal – Special Educational Needs (SEN) School
Location: Frodsham, Cheshire, UK
Salary: up to £75,000 + benefits (Full-time)
Join Our Client as a Principal and Lead a Growing Special Educational Needs (SEN) School.
Responsibilities
- Define and implement the school’s vision, mission, and strategic improvement plans to elevate educational standards.
- Oversee curriculum development, ensuring high-quality teaching and consistent assessment practices.
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate staff, including teachers and administrative personnel.
- Manage the school’s budget, resources, safety protocols, and daily operations.
- Foster a positive, inclusive school community by building strong relationships with parents, governors, and the wider local community.
- Ensure all regulatory and safeguarding standards are maintained to keep students safe and supported.
- Lead the development of outdoor learning initiatives, maximizing the school’s outdoor space for educational benefit.
- Monitor and evaluate the school’s progress towards its growth and development goals.
Requirements
Essential
- Senior leadership experience in education, such as Vice Principal or similar, preferably within SEN or special needs settings.
- Demonstrable success in managing staff and delivering school-wide improvement.
- A master’s degree in education or educational leadership.
- Valid teaching qualification and appropriate administrative licences.
- A valid driving licence.
Desirable
- Experience leading SEN or autism‑focused learning environments.
- Knowledge of outdoor learning approaches and behaviour management strategies.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of up to £75,000, complemented by performance bonuses.
- Funded professional development and training opportunities.
- Supportive team environment with a focus on staff well‑being.
- Opportunity to lead a new school with extensive outdoor space and innovative teaching opportunities.
- Pension scheme and healthcare options.
Safeguarding
Our client takes safeguarding seriously. The successful candidate will be required to undergo enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
