Executive Principal – Lead the Future of SEN Education Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for transforming the lives of young people with special educational needs? We are seeking a visionary and highly motivated Executive Principal to oversee and drive excellence across our network of SEN Secondary Colleges. You would be based in Lancaster. This is a rare opportunity to lead at a strategic level, ensuring outstanding educational outcomes, promoting inclusion, and empowering students with diverse needs to achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities: * Provide dynamic leadership across multiple SEN secondary settings, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and care * Shape and deliver a clear, ambitious vision for inclusive education across the colleges * Inspire, develop, and support senior leadership teams and staff to achieve excellence * Lead on curriculum innovation tailored to a wide range of special educational needs (including ASD, SEMH, SLD, and PMLD) * Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, compliance, and SEND best practice * Build strong relationships with parents, carers, local authorities, and external stakeholders * Drive strategic growth, improvement, and innovation across the colleges The Ideal Candidate: * A proven senior leader with experience in SEN education (e.g. Headteacher, Principal, Director of Education) * Deep understanding of complex special educational needs and the SEND Code of Practice * Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills * Visionary, resilient, and committed to ensuring every learner thrives * Relevant qualifications (e.g. NPQH, SENDCo Award, or similar desirable) Role Details: Location: Lancaster (Multi-site leadership) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 If you're ready to lead with passion, purpose, and strategic impact, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter or get in touch for a confidential conversation