Head Teacher

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Headteacher at a Special Education based in

Guildford.

The Head Teacher will provide effective leadership and management of the school that ensures the school meets its aims and objectives, and operates within the overall strategy and guidelines.

Key objectives of the role, that the Head Teacher is expected to achieve:

• Outstanding outcomes for Children and Young People that are a reflection of their needs, abilities and aptitudes. 
• A safe environment that protects the welfare of Children and Young People and staff in the school.
• Meeting all statutory requirements as defined by the DfE, Ofsted and other external bodies and achieving the highest inspection ratings possible.
• A motivated staff group that is fully engaged in the goal of achieving excellence in all areas of school life and who are committed to continuing personal and professional development.
• The commercial success of the school as defined by 100% occupancy, the rigorous management of costs and the development and implementation of growth plans as appropriate.
• Effective strategic and operational planning, that includes self-evaluation, school improvement and delivery.
• A shared vision, that fits within the overall Acorn Group strategy, which inspires and motivates students, staff and all other members of the school community.

Essential:

• At least three years’ experience as a senior leader in a specialist school for children with complex communication needs  
• Qualified Teacher Status or Equivalent                                                                          
• Willingness to extend personal and professional development                                 
• Ability to lead and provide a clear vision
• Appreciation and understanding that leadership and management of school encompasses processes contributing to pupil outcomes, staff motivation, keeping children safe, filling the school with pupils, managing costs, meeting regulatory requirements and applying growth plans as appropriate        

Desirable:

• Completion of NPQH
• Experience of conducting performance management
• Experience of appointing, managing and inducting staff
• Experience of planning the curriculum across a range of ages and abilities

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

By applying to this job advertisement you are providing consent for the Tes Recruitment team to propose and discuss your application with the employer.

Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role. 

To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context. 

Please include REF: LC1697157 in the email subject line.