Head of School

Pay: Inner London Group (L26 - L31)  

Responsible to the Executive Headteacher  

Are you ready to lead outstanding education for children and young people with autism? Do you share our vision for happy, safe and heathy pupils who learn, achieve and are ready for the future? Spa Education Trust is recruiting a Head of School for Spa Camberwell and we are offering you a unique leadership opportunity in our successful organisation.  

The trust currently has two outstanding special schools in Southwark for pupils with autism. Spa Bermondsey is for 110 pupils aged 11 – 19. Spa Camberwell is for pupils aged 5 -16. The school opened in September 2020 and will grow over the next three years to offer up to 120 places.  

This is an exciting time to join us as Head of School as we continue to grow and develop new provisions.  

Successful candidates will: 

have outstanding leadership experience in a special school 

have experience that demonstrates commitment to our vision 

be committed to offering the best opportunities for our pupils and their families 

Inspire and motivate pupils, staff and the broader school community.  

Applicants for the post must have senior leadership experience in primary special education.   

The trust acknowledges the importance of the role of the Head of School and will actively offer long term support, encouragement, CPD and realistic challenge to the successful candidates. 

Find out more about our schools at www.spa-education.org  

To express your interest and arrange a conversation and school visit, please contact Nusrat Raja nraja@spa-education.org or call 0203 434 5210. 

The application pack can be downloaded below.  

Closing date: Monday February 14th 2022 (by 1 pm)