Head Teacher

North East Ambition; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity special school in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Head Teacher to lead the school, focusing on nurturing children with Special Educational Needs (SEND). The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience and a genuine commitment to educational excellence. Responsibilities include managing staff and fostering community relationships while implementing new initiatives. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits such as a death in service benefit, access to an employer assist program, and opportunities for professional training.

Benefits

Death in service benefit

Access to employer assist program

Join the Teachers Pension Scheme

Meals provided while at work

Training and qualifications opportunities

Paid membership to Blue Light and Charity Workers Discount

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in senior management at Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher level.
• Experience of working with and developing support and provision for SEND children.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school with courage and integrity.
• Work closely with the CEO to foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Develop initiatives and challenges for the school community.

Skills

Leadership and management

Experience with Special Educational Needs (SEND)

Building relationships with parents and staff

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree and National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH)

Job description

Overview

Due to the retirement of our Head Teacher, we are looking to recruit to this role. We want the successful candidate to be able to build on our strong foundations, and take our school to its next stage, whilst continuing to nurture and inspire our children and staff to be “the best they possibly can be”.

We are looking for someone with the right experience and dedication to work with our children with Special Educational Needs and join our passionate staff team.

We are a registered Charity and a Non-Maintained Special School, with up to 70 children ranging from Reception to Year 11. Class sizes are usually no larger than 6 children.

Role and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for leadership and management of the school. They will lead with courage, integrity and passion, be resilient and confident, and demonstrate experience of leading, managing, motivating and supporting school staff, while developing good working relationships with children, parents and carers and the wider professionals who form part of our unique provision at Talbot House.

The role involves working closely with the CEO and contributing to a dynamic and inclusive learning environment, bringing new initiatives and challenges to everyone in the school.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in senior management at Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher level.
• Experience of working with and developing support and provision for SEND children.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A degree and National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH).

Please see our job description and personal specification in the recruitment pack for full details.

Hours, Salary and Benefits

Hours of work are: Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 4:00pm and Friday 8:00am to 3:00pm.

Salary is competitive for a school our size, and enhancements may be offered depending on experience.

• Receive death in service benefit, equal to 4 x basic salary.
• Access to employer assist programme (EAP), GP and physio services and more.
• Join the Teachers Pension Scheme.
• Work in a bright and modern environment, with ample parking and grounds.
• Meals provided while at work.
• Be added to the DBS update service, paid for by the Charity.
• Opportunities to undertake training and gain qualifications relevant to the role.
• Paid membership to Blue Light and Charity Workers Discount.

How to Apply and Timelines

Previous applicants need not apply. Closing Date, midnight: Sunday, 01 March 2026. Shortlisting Date, w/c: Monday, 02 March 2026. Interview Date w/c: Monday, 16 March 2026.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are made in line with safer recruitment requirements and Keeping Children Safe in Education. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, qualification and certificate verification, and satisfactory references, with the current employer contacted as the first reference.

Contact and How to Apply

For queries regarding this position or the application process, please contact HR at the charity. Telephone: [phone]. Email: [e-mail].

To apply please complete in full our application form, using the personal specification to help you complete the ‘Personal Statement’ section of the form. Applicants who read our Tips for Applicants document before completing this section of our application form are more likely to be offered an interview. Please send your completed application form to: [e-mail].

The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We can only accept our Application Form for this role. We are not able to accept CVs. Please view our Safer Recruitment Policy. Applicants should be aware that any relevant issues arising from their declarations and references will be addressed at interview.