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Are you an ambitious special education leader in Scotland finding permanent, top tier leadership opportunities slow to open up at home? We are partnering with an outstanding independent special education provider to find a proven SEN Headteacher ready to make a career defining move to Yorkshire. Hull offers an exceptionally affordable cost of living and is just a short, accessible flight away from home, making it the perfect location for a rewarding relocation. This is a true greenfield project demanding practical execution from a seasoned SEN expert. You will lead a brand new school launch from the ground up, shaping the culture and staff team completely from scratch. You will never be left isolated; you will receive immense operational support from an experienced Chief Operating Officer who can navigate Ofsted inspections blindfolded, allowing you to focus on visible, transformative leadership on the school floor.
Job Responsibility
Maintain a highly visible, personable presence across the school floor, avoiding an office bound leadership style
Provide calm, steady energy and direct guidance to staff during moments of student dysregulation
Partner closely with the Chief Operating Officer and internal executive team to ensure flawless school operations
Cultivate a supportive, collaborative staff culture where team members feel confident sharing their therapeutic strengths
Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and local authority placement teams to champion student retention
Requirements
Valid Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) paired with a completed, recognised postgraduate educational leadership qualification (such as an NPQH, NPQSL, or equivalent)
Deep, practical leadership experience within a specialist SEN or alternative provision setting
Exceptional emotional intelligence
Hands on doer mentality
Genuine heart for removing barriers to learning
Complete willingness to relocate to Hull
Flexibility to spend an initial induction period at the provider's established sister site in Redford to fully absorb the company ethos is highly preferred