Overview
Lead with Purpose, Inspire with Vision – Join New Barn School as Headteacher. Job Title: Headteacher | Location: New Barn School, Newbury, RG20 8HZ | Salary: Up to £95,000 per annum (dependent on experience) plus Welcome Bonus and Relocation Package* | Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only | Hours: Monday – Friday | Eligibility: UK applicants only – This role does not offer sponsorship.
Outcomes First Group (OFG) believes in working smarter so you have more time to empower lives and change futures. We are seeking a passionate, visionary Headteacher to lead New Barn School – a nurturing, innovative SEMH school near Newbury.
About the Role
This is more than a leadership role – it’s a chance to make a lasting impact. We are looking for an inspirational Headteacher who will champion our ethos of Thinking and Learning Differently. You’ll lead a dedicated team and shape an inclusive, forward-thinking learning environment that helps every pupil flourish – academically, socially, and emotionally. You’ll be central in driving our strategic vision, fostering resilience, creativity, and confidence in pupils aged 6–19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex learning profiles.
* Lead a school dedicated to SEMH provision and therapeutic education principles.
* Drive school strategy, culture, and continuous improvement.
* Support and develop a high-performing, collaborative staff team.
* Ensure inclusive practice and pupil wellbeing across all activities.
About You
You are a compassionate leader with a strong moral purpose and a drive for transformational outcomes. You:
* Bring experience as a Headteacher or Deputy Head in a specialist SEMH setting.
* Are skilled in leading Ofsted inspections and improvement planning.
* Have a proven ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams.
* Understand the importance of therapeutic education and inclusive practice.
* Are adept at managing budgets and ensuring operational excellence.
* Hold a relevant teaching qualification.
About New Barn School
Nestled in a rural setting, New Barn School offers a rich, varied curriculum including outdoor learning, forest school, horse riding, and farm-based experiences. We are proud to be part of Acorn Education, the UK’s leading provider of specialist education, and Outcomes First Group, certified as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years.
Why Join Us?
We value what you do every day and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Life Assurance & Pension Options
* Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) – tailor your package
* Physical & Mental Health Support through “Your Wellbeing Matters”
* Cycle to Work & Electric Car Schemes
* Family Growth Support – enhanced parental leave and fertility benefits
* Career Development – unrivalled training and progression within Acorn Education and OFG
Additional Info: All applicants will undergo thorough background and DBS checks. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a high volume of suitable applications is received. Welcome Bonus of £5,000 is payable as one.
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Education and Training
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