SEN School Lead

? School Lead

RIS Mansfield - Concorde and Delta House sites Reporting to:
Assistant Headteacher

Close date:
Friday 10th July

Interview date:
Thursday 16th July

About the Role

We're looking for an inspiring and experienced School Lead to take ownership of a specialist education site and play a key role in shaping its success.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident education leader who is passionate about driving high standards, supporting staff development, and making a real impact on the lives of young people.

You'll work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to lead the day-to-day operations of the site, ensuring outstanding teaching, strong pastoral support, and positive student outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running and operational management of the site
• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and pastoral support
• Drive improvements in behaviour, attendance and student achievement
• Act as Safeguarding Lead (alongside the Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead) and promote a strong safeguarding culture
• Lead, develop and motivate staff, including performance management
• Monitor student progress and use data to inform improvement strategies
• Work collaboratively with SLT, external partners, and families
• Contribute to curriculum development and ensure personalised learning is at the heart of delivery
• Lead on reporting, reviews, and stakeholder engagement

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Has leadership experience within an education setting (SEND or alternative provision experience highly desirable) Is passionate about building a positive, inclusive and ambitious learning environment Has strong experience of improving behaviour, attendance and outcomes Is confident leading, developing and challenging staff Can use data effectively to drive improvement Has excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills Is a qualified teacher (or equivalent)

How to apply?

Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information please contact Karen in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.

Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.