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Polaris Education - Scunthorpe School Headteacher Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 dependent on experience Location: Scunthorpe Projected Opening Date: April 2027 Additional Benefits Professional development opportunities Enhanced pension scheme Free on-site parking CPD through internal and external providers Life Insurance x 2 Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Are you a compassionate and dedicated educational leader? Do you have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? We are seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our nurturing and inclusive school community. About the School Located in Scunthorpe, our school has capacity for up to 42 pupils and provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 18 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth. Our school will form part of the Polaris Community, which has been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, alongside our current growing portfolio of schools across the UK. We're incredibly proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. About You As the Headteacher, you will be a forward-thinking leader who will play a pivotal role in building a new team and shaping the educational experience for our students. Key Responsibilities Educational Leadership: Develop and implement a vision that aligns with the ethos of the Polaris Community, embracing compassion, inclusion and personalised learning. Be able to lead the school to consistently meet the requirements of the Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework Safeguarding: Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and collaborate with safeguarding partners, managing and reporting all concerns appropriately and putting in place policies and procedures to develop a robust safeguarding culture in the school Curriculum Enhancement: Adapt and tailor the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of our students, ensuring a stimulating and engaging learning journey that prepares pupils for their next steps Pastoral Care and SEN Advocacy: Champion a nurturing pastoral approach, emphasising emotional wellbeing, mental health and social development. Advocate for the rights and needs of our SEN students, aligned with EHCP objectives, within the wider educational community Staff Development: Support and mentor staff, promoting continuous professional growth and fostering a collaborative team spirit Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external partners to create a cohesive support network, ensuring the growth and development of the school Qualifications and Experience Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with primary/secondary teaching experience Suitable first degree and/or NPQH, desirable but not essential Experience working with SEN students and a deep understanding of their unique requirements Proven leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate others Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today. Join us on this exciting journey to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Zoe Chittenden on 07920 212308 TPBN1_UKTJ