Head Teacher

Description:

Oxford Outcomes (part of Outcomes First Group) is seeking a passionate and visionary Headteacher to lead Longdon Hall School, an independent specialist day school for pupils aged 7–18 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and additional complex requirements.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity to shape the school’s future, enhance pupil outcomes, and foster a nurturing learning environment while benefiting from a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, offering a better work-life balance with full-time pay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership to deliver high-quality, tailored education for pupils with SEMH and complex needs.

• Inspire and manage a multidisciplinary team to achieve whole-school improvement and exceptional educational standards.

• Collaborate with parents, local authorities, and key stakeholders to foster strong partnerships.

• Drive innovative initiatives to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

• Uphold safeguarding policies and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Extensive experience as a senior leader or headteacher in SEN education.

• Strong leadership and communication skills with a vision for whole-school improvement.

• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum (approx. £6,667 per month).

• Life Assurance and pension scheme with flexible contributions.

• Wellbeing-focused benefits, including mental health support and physical health checks.

• Flexible benefits platform (Vista) offering health, insurance, cycle-to-work, and electric car purchase schemes.

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and fertility treatment support.

• 4-Day Working Week trial (subject to successful probation).

Why Join Oxford Outcomes (Outcomes First Group)?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ education and well-being.

• Outstanding career development prospects supported by a network of experienced leaders.

• A certified “Great Place to Work” for five consecutive years (as of 2024).

• Work in a therapeutic and supportive school setting that champions creativity and tailored learning