Head of School

• Location: Effingham, Surrey
• Salary: £61,789 - £67,928
• Job Type: Full-time

Reed Education are seeking a talented and dedicated Head of School to provide highly effective leadership at our SEN educational establishment in Effingham, Surrey. The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal to develop the school in line with our shared values and strategic plans.

• Establish and sustain the school’s ethos and strategic direction in collaboration with the Principal and governing board.
• Oversee systems, processes, and policies to ensure effective school operation.
• Identify challenges to school effectiveness and develop realistic improvement strategies.
• Implement and monitor school improvement strategies, assessing progress towards the school’s goals.
• Allocate financial resources in an appropriate, efficient, and effective manner.
• Perform safeguarding duties, reporting incidents promptly and liaising with relevant parties.
• Promote enrichment, entitlement, and achievement through agreed school policies and practices.

• Proven leadership and management experience in a school setting.
• Teaching experience within an SEN environment.
• Involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning.
• Experience in line management and staff development.
• Data analysis skills with the ability to set targets and identify areas for improvement.
• Understanding of high-quality teaching and the ability to support others in this area.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships and work under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and the school’s ethos and values.

• Life assurance.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Access to Perkbox for high street discounts.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Car lease scheme.
• Fully funded training and qualifications.
• Bike to work scheme.
• Free membership to a Health cash back plan.

Please submit your CV and cover letter through our online application form, detailing your experience and why you are interested in the Head of School position. 

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.

The School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

Please note that shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search.