Head of School

Head of School

Elmswood Academy Salary: £45,000 £60,000 dependent on experience Location: Hybrid primarily remote with occasional travel Contract: Full Time, Permanent Start Date: September 2026

Elmswood Academy is an innovative new online alternative provision specialising in supporting children and young people with SEND, including SEMH needs. It operates in strategic partnership with Wellbrook Education, an experienced provider of independent special schools supporting pupils with SEND and additional needs. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate leader to help shape and lead our new provision from its early stages of development. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and believes that all young people deserve access to high-quality, ambitious and personalised learning experiences.

Our provision will offer:

• small class sizes live online teaching ambitious and engaging curriculum pathways strong safeguarding and pastoral support personalised learning and relational approaches

The successful candidate will:

• provide strategic and operational leadership across the provision
• support high standards of teaching, safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• work collaboratively with schools, families and local authorities
• help develop a positive, inclusive and aspirational culture
• support pupils with SEND, SEMH and barriers to education

We are looking for someone with:

• leadership experience within education, SEND or alternative provision
• strong safeguarding knowledge and practice
• excellent communication and organisational skills
• a commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for all learners

In return, we offer:

• the opportunity to help shape a new and innovative provision
• flexible hybrid working arrangements a supportive and collaborative leadership culture opportunities for professional development and growth the chance to make a genuine difference to young people

Elmswood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks.

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and your experience within SEND and leadership.