The successful candidate will have:

• Professional teaching qualification such as; degree, PGCE or BEd. Masters qualification or NPQH desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Independent School Standards Regulations and Ofsted Inspection Framework.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding. Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead is essential.
• Strong leadership experience.
• Experience of supporting children and young people with complex SEMH needs.
• Knowledge and experience of multi-agency working to support Looked after Children and directing on EHCP outcomes.

Professional experience, coupled with your determination to achieve excellence, enthusiasm, and a positive approach, will help you to develop the school and ensure that every pupil makes outstanding progress.

Why work for us:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to progress in your career.
• Training opportunities either face to face or online.
• Wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
• You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you into this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.
• We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere, and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK's biggest care providers.

CareTech is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. CareTech is an equal opportunities employer. CareTech will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.