Head Teacher - iCollege Alternative Educatio
Listed on 2026-06-15
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Education / Teaching
Academic, Education Administration, School Counselor, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Position Summary
Salary:
Leadership Scale L22–L28 (Group
5)
Permanent,
Location:
iCollege Alternative Education, West Berkshire
A rare opportunity to lead a deeply values-driven alternative provision serving vulnerable children and young people across West Berkshire. Through outreach, reintegration, specialist SEMH provision and post-16 pathways, iCollege provides a connected continuum of support across West Berkshire.
About iCollegeiCollege is West Berkshire’s maintained Alternative Provision and Pupil Referral Unit, supporting learners aged 5–19 who are unable to fully access mainstream education due to SEMH needs, SEND, anxiety, trauma, exclusion, attendance difficulties or wider safeguarding challenges.
Leadership TransitionThe current Head Teacher is working towards a phased retirement over time, creating an opportunity for a carefully managed period of leadership transition and organisational continuity. The successful candidate will join iCollege at an important stage in its development and will work closely with the current Head Teacher and Management Committee during this transition period.
Key Responsibilities and Expectations- Lead the provision with a focus on inclusive education and relational practice.
- Inspire staff and strengthen partnerships with stakeholders.
- Ensure safeguarding and positive outcomes for vulnerable learners.
- Continue to develop a culture where children and young people feel safe, understood and able to thrive.
Seeking a compassionate, strategic and resilient leader who demonstrates commitment to safeguarding, inclusive practices, and the ability to lead strategic initiatives within a secondary education setting. Prior leadership experience in alternative provision or similar settings is preferred.
Commitment to Student WelfareiCollege is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including overseas checks as necessary and online searches.
ValuesAcceptance, Kindness, Responsibility, Perseverance, Aspiration
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