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Opening September 2026
Brand New School - Therapeutic Educational Provision (KS2-KS3)
Location: Runcorn
Salary: Up to 70,000
Leader Group is delighted to announce the recruitment of a Headteacher for our client's brand-new school in Runcorn, opening September 2026. This specialist therapeutic educational provision will provide outstanding education and care for up to 24 pupils across Key Stages 2 and 3.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious leader to shape a school from its very beginning, with the site set to be completed in spring 2026.
The Role
As Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in developing the school's culture, ethos, and vision. You will:
- Lead the development of the school's vision, goals, and policies.
- Promote clear values and a commitment to excellence in education for all pupils.
- Manage and support the senior leadership team.
- Oversee curriculum standards and monitor pupil progress.
- Drive improvements in teaching and pupil achievement.
- Ensure safeguarding policies are rigorously implemented.
- Provide leadership across the curriculum.
- Review school systems to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
- Lead Ofsted preparation and maintain compliance with independent school standards.
- Manage staff development and resources effectively.
- Develop and deliver the School Development Plan.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed professional who demonstrates:
- A passionate approach to working with pupils with SEND.
- Minimum of two years' experience within a SEND setting or similar provision.
- QTS/QTLS (essential).
Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Staff referral scheme (500 bonus split between you and your referral).
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Blue Light Discount Card.
- Fully funded training and qualifications.
- Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications.
- Employee wellbeing app and discounts platform.
- Life assurance.
Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
