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Headteacher SEN school

Posted: 23-10-2025
Category: SEN
Location: Croydon
Type: Full Time / Perm
Salary: £100000 - £110000 per annum

Headteacher SEN School
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Croydon
Salary: £100000 - £110000
Required: ASAP

This is an exciting opportunity to lead an inclusive, compassionate, and high-achieving specialist provision for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
The school provides a therapeutic, nurturing, and aspirational learning environment where every pupil is supported to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.
As Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a culture of inclusion, respect, and achievement — ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Why Join the School?

A values-driven organisation focused on inclusion, wellbeing, and continuous improvement;
A supportive and collaborative network of SEND specialists and educational professionals;
A leadership team committed to staff development, mental health, and professional growth;
Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) supporting wellbeing;
Ongoing professional development and leadership progression opportunities;
The chance to lead within a growing group of schools committed to excellence from enrolment to graduation.

You will be expected to: Leadership and Management

Lead and inspire a passionate school team to deliver outstanding SEND education and therapeutic care;
Drive continuous improvement through effective self-evaluation and strategic leadership;
Ensure compliance with DfE and Ofsted standards, maintaining high expectations across all areas;
Model reflective, inclusive leadership that promotes accountability and shared success;
Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, health, and wellbeing for all pupils and staff.

Collaboration and Communication

Build strong relationships with parents, carers, local authorities, and external agencies;
Promote open and transparent communication across the school community;
Represent the school with professionalism and integrity within the wider education network.

School Development

Champion high-quality teaching and learning across the curriculum;
Empower and develop staff through performance management and targeted CPD;
Manage resources effectively to ensure sustainable impact and value for money.

We are looking for a leader who:

Is an experienced and inspiring school leader, ideally with a background in SEND or specialist education;
Has a proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes for pupils;
Demonstrates strong interpersonal, organisational, and leadership skills;
Is passionate about developing staff, empowering teams, and fostering a supportive, high-performing culture;
Is fully committed to safeguarding, equality, and pupil-centred practice;
Shares our belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive.

How to Apply: Please send your application to [email protected] or [email protected]
Tel: 0204 531 6850

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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