Recruiter Dovetail & Slate Location Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Salary £35,000 - £45,000 Per Year Posted 07 Oct 2025 09:57 Closes 04 Nov 2025 23:59 Reference 3009794146 Sector Academy – Primary Job Level Head of Specialism Education Studies / Teacher Training Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time
We are working on behalf of a small independent school, offering a nurturing and structured environment to help them re-engage with education and prepare for reintegration into mainstream settings.
Title: Head of School
Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 plus benefits
Responsibilities:
* Lead the day-to-day operational management of the school, ensuring it remains inspection-ready and meets all statutory requirements.
* Oversee staff, student outcomes, curriculum delivery, and pastoral care.
* Ensure adherence to school policies and contribute to a positive learning environment.
* Deliver a broad, engaging, and high-quality curriculum.
* Actively promote the school's values and achievements within the wider community.
* Develop and sustain a strong extra-curricular offer.
Who We're Looking For
You'll be someone who brings passion, leadership, and strategic insight to your role:
* Engagement Skills: A talent for inspiring learners and fostering ambition.
* Emotional Insight: Deep empathy and commitment to supporting young people
* Academic Background: A degree in a relevant subject.
* Teaching Qualifications: QTS or QTLS (or equivalent); NPQH is desirable.
* Leadership Experience: Strong experience at SLT, Head of Department, or Headteacher level-ideally in alternative provision.
* Curriculum Strength: Strong understanding of English, Maths, and Science
* Sector Knowledge: Familiar with Independent School Standards, alternative provision, and learners with SEN.
* Wellbeing Support: Access to fitness, yoga, mindfulness content and counselling services.
* Admin Light
* Generous Holidays & Flexibility
* Professional Development: Approximately £3.5k invested per colleague last year.
* Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance
* Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave.
* Recognition Awards, discounts & Rewards
* Referral Bonus: £500 per person
Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment.
This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
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