Headteacher

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for experienced Headteachers to join Outcomes First Group.
Up to £85,000.00 per annum | Monday to Friday | Permanent, Term Time Only | South East England
About the role
As Headteacher, you will promote a relentless focus on the quality of education and delivery of a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of pupils and young people along with producing positive outcomes. As part of our team, you will focus on developing self-esteem and wellbeing, as well as academic performance and development.
Our Headteacher will be responsible for delivering the school vision and ethos of ‘Thinking and Learning Differently’, which inspires and motivates pupils, staff and all other members of the school community. This includes core educational values, moral purpose and be inclusive of all stakeholders’ beliefs and values.
Ensuring that the increasingly complex and diverse needs of the pupils are met in the most appropriate manner through the effective management of the school and its resources.
As Headteacher, you will take responsibility for the internal organisation, management and control of the school and promoting the wider role of it within the local community and across Outcomes First Group.
Promote the wider role of the school within the local community and across Outcomes First Group. Working with our Headteachers to build on the success of the group and to continue to develop the group working practices.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking to hear from SEND professionals with the ability and ambition to inspire a multi-disciplinary team to deliver outstanding learning for pupils and young people with special education needs.
We are looking for someone who knows how to bring a creative and innovative approach to improving performance and support for our pupils and their families. An excellent communicator, you will become an ambassador, as the role will include working in partnership with parents, local authorities and other stakeholders.
If you are a truly inspirational, highly motivated and forward-thinking individual, with the energy and passion to change lives coupled with proven experience of impacting upon whole school development and improvement, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.
In return for your experience and commitment, we offer outstanding career opportunities, plus access to a network of great leaders within Outcomes First Group.
Essential:
Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties.
Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in a SEN school

Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners.
Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance.
Relevant Degree and Teaching Qualification
Why Join Outcomes First Group?
At Outcomes First Group, every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference. In return for your experience and commitment, we offer outstanding career opportunities, plus access to a network of great leaders within Outcomes First Group. You will work alongside passionate colleagues who share your vision for excellence, supported by a collaborative network that empowers you to lead with confidence, innovation, and impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters”…