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Job Ref No. ECC0-197L Position Type: Headteacher Pay Range: L11 - L21
Position Start Date: 13/04/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 05/12/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: 8th December  

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Doucecroft school is seeking an experienced senior leader to drive the school forward on the next phase of its journey.

The school is a vibrant, dynamic, and highly supportive specialist co-educational school for children and young people aged 3 - 19 with autism and additional complex needs. It is part of Autism Anglia, a regional charity working with children, adults and families affected by Autism.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a vibrant school community while contributing to the wider mission of our charity. You will have the full support of our central team and trustees, as well as a network of like-minded leaders dedicated to making a difference.

If you are motivated by impact and driven by values, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For a confidential conversation and to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our retained consultant, Ross Laird at Academicis, at rlaird@academicis.co.uk or via 07901 585959.

Information about the School

Doucecroft School is a specialist co-educational school for children and young people with autism and additional complex needs, age 3 –19 years. Established in 1973, we are experienced and successful in meeting the needs of students with wide-ranging strengths and needs, providing a nurturing environment where students are able to thrive and grow in independence and self-esteem.

Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy are provided on-site by our experienced therapy team.

Doucecroft School is part of Autism Anglia, a regional charity working with children, adults and families affected by Autism.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Jenny Walshe
Abbotts Lane
Eight Ash Green, Colchester
Essex, CO6 3QL
Telephone: 01206 771234
Email: recruitment@autism-anglia.org.uk

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