Job description
Head of Education
Contract: Permanent
Schedule: Full Time (8:00am – 4:00pm)
Salary: Leadership Pay Scale (Negotiable)
Location: Independent specialist school in Surrey
About Us
We are a newly established independent specialist school set in the beautiful Surrey Hills, dedicated to supporting children and young people aged 7-16 with autism and associated social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our mission is to create a safe, inspiring environment where every learner can thrive academically and personally.
The Role
As Head of Education, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our school. You will:
1. Lead the development of outstanding teaching and learning across all phases.
2. Design and implement a progressive, sequenced whole-school curriculum.
3. Line manage and inspire teaching and subject staff, embedding inclusive strategies.
4. Drive assessment, self-evaluation, and inspection readiness.
5. Foster a collaborative, reflective, and high-performing staff culture.
About You
We’re looking for a dynamic leader who is passionate about transforming lives through education. You will have:
6. Qualified Teacher Status and a proven track record of improving teaching quality and pupil outcomes.
7. Experience in curriculum design, assessment, and school improvement (middle leadership essential; senior leadership desirable).
8. Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
9. Understanding of autism and EHCP processes (advantageous but not essential).
What We Offer
10. A supportive, inclusive environment where innovation is encouraged.
11. Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities.
12. Collaboration across a network of specialist SEN schools.
13. Free daily shuttle from Dorking Station.
14. Complimentary breakfast and lunch during term time.
15. Wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Programme.
Interviews: 1-3 December 2025
Parking: On-site
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare.