Head of School

Head of School - SEN Provision
North Northamptonshire
Via Tradewind Recruitment - Temp to Perm Opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working with a specialist SEN school in North Northamptonshire to appoint an exceptional Head of School. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate, resilient, and strategic leader to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with the opportunity to transition into a permanent position.

This specialist setting supports pupils with complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, and associated behavioural challenges. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding behaviour management expertise, with a proven track record of implementing consistent, trauma-informed, and restorative approaches that foster a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.

We are seeking a confident and inspirational leader with substantial senior leadership experience within an SEN or specialist provision. You will have a strong understanding of SEND legislation, EHCP processes, safeguarding, and multi-agency collaboration. Your leadership style will balance high expectations with empathy, ensuring both pupils and staff are supported to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and clear vision for the school.

• Lead and develop a high-performing staff team.

• Embed robust behaviour management systems across the provision.

• Drive high standards of teaching, learning, and therapeutic practice.

• Work effectively with parents, carers, governors, and external agencies.

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and statutory requirements.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Significant leadership experience at Deputy Head, Assistant Head, or Head of School level.

• Extensive SEND experience, particularly within SEMH and complex needs.

• Exceptional behaviour management and crisis de-escalation skills.

• A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and raising outcomes for vulnerable learners.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a specialist setting while benefiting from the support and guidance of Tradewind Recruitment, with a clear pathway to a permanent role.

If you are a dedicated SEN leader ready for your next challenge in North Northamptonshire, we would love to hear from you.