Job Description

Are you committed and passionate about therapeutic SEND Education? Are you an outstanding teacher who is willing to go above and beyond to deliver the very best opportunities and outcomes for all pupils?

We are looking for the next school leader to join our strong successful established team. This is a real opportunity to make a difference for the children that we teach. This is a role which combines strategic development with operational delivery daily.

Lexden Springs School is a large maintained special school for SLD ASC and PMLD children and young people aged 3-19. The school is located in Colchester, Essex, in a brand new purposed built building.

At Lexden Springs School, Positive Behaviour Support and Person-Centred Approaches are of paramount importance and you will be able to contribute to the continued strategic and operational development of this.

We offer small class groups, high staffing ratios and excellent opportunities for training and continued professional development as well as awesome children, parents and staff.

As a member of the School Leadership Team you will play a critical role in the translation of its vision into clear objectives that promote and sustain measurable school development; ensuring that the school continuously improves and is aspirational for our students.

You will have the opportunity to work in close collaboration with the School Governing Body.

You will have responsibility for either the curriculum or assessment or behaviour.

Previous experience with special needs children and young people is a prerequisite.

All applicants will be expected to have visited before the interview. Please call 01206 563321 Option 2 or email hr@lexdensprings.essex.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

Lexden Springs School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of the Safer Recruitment process the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.