This is an exciting opportunity to lead a small independent school for children with special needs.

As this is a new school, with the opening date to be confirmed, there are many opportunities for the new headteacher to make a positive contribution to the development of the curriculum.

The role will require the successful candidate to have a good track record of successful leadership and management within a special school or similar setting, with experience in implementing effective strategies to support students with diverse special educational needs.

The school's Headteacher will need to be flexible and receptive to new ideas and new ways of working to support the school's novel approach to timetabling, lesson planning and student assessment.

The successful candidate will have experience in leading and motivating teams of educators and support staff, promoting a collaborative and inclusive working environment.

There will be a requirement to teach some timetabled lessons for a small part of the week.

Should you wish to have an informal conversation about the school, the working environment and the role please contact Rebecca Lewis, Proprietor on 01530 564114.

For application forms and to find out more about this role please view the job description and person specification. To apply for this position, please complete an application form and email it to [email protected].

Closing Date: 27th October 2024 Huntingdon House School is a very small, independent school for students with special educational needs, funded by nearby Local Authorities. We are located in a beautiful building in the centre of Ashby de la Zouch and, when we open, will provide for a maximum of 10 students. Students, aged 11-16 years, will likely demonstrate learning difficulties, language and communication difficulties and/or Autism.

All students will have an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP). Despite their age, students will mostly be working within the National Curriculum at Key Stages 1 and 2 (Primary Curriculum).

We will strongly promote the students' independence, well-being and 'ownership' of their learning. Through a personalised curricular learning experience, students will be encouraged to make good progress, develop confidence and learn to apply their knowledge and skills in the real world outside school.

We value the commitments you may have outside of work and aim to support the professional and personal wellbeing of everyone at Huntingdon scheme House School.

Our benefits include generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, term time working, free onsite parking and life insurance. We also offer flexible working such as part time hours, job share and sessional contracts as well as a variety of professional development opportunities.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We ensure that rigorous safeguarding practices are embedded in our recruitment processes to deter and prevent the appointment of unsuitable individuals. As part of our recruitment procedures, we require all applicants to undergo thorough background checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as well as obtaining satisfactory references from previous employers or educational institutions.

We strive to create a safe and secure environment where children and young people can thrive and reach their full potential.

Any concerns or allegations regarding the welfare or safety of a child will be taken seriously and investigated promptly in accordance with our safeguarding policies and procedures.