Executive Headteacher; SEN Provision | Denton

Executive Headteacher (SEN Provision) | Greater Manchester

Executive Headteacher

Location:

Greater Manchester

Salary: £56,000 - £66,000 per annum

Working hours:

Monday - Friday | 08:15 - 16:00

Start Date:

Negotiable

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and visionary Executive Headteacher to lead a group of specialist SEN provisions across Greater Manchester. This strategic leadership role will oversee multiple school sites supporting pupils aged 5-16 with a range of Special Educational Needs. Working alongside established Heads of School and senior leadership teams, you will drive educational excellence, operational consistency, safeguarding standards, and continuous school improvement.

• Provide strategic leadership across multiple SEN settings
• Drive operational excellence and consistency across schools
• Lead OFSTED readiness and school improvement initiatives
• Ensure high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum delivery
• Champion safeguarding, attendance, behaviour and wellbeing
• Develop and support senior leaders and Heads of School
• Work collaboratively with central teams on compliance, staffing and quality assurance
• Maintain strong relationships with commissioners and stakeholders

• QTS/QTLS (or equivalent)
• Successful Headteacher, Principal or Senior Leadership experience
• Strong SEN and specialist education background
• Proven track record of improving outcomes and standards
• Experience leading teams and managing operational performance
• Strong understanding of OFSTED and Independent School Standards
• Exceptional safeguarding knowledge and leadership skills
• Ability to travel regularly across Greater Manchester

• NPQH, NPQEL or equivalent
• Multi-site, MAT or federation leadership experience
• Experience working with Local Authorities and commissioners

A resilient, inspirational and highly organised educational leader who can drive consistency, accountability and excellence across multiple specialist settings while maintaining a child‑centred and therapeutic approach