Location: Congleton, Cheshire Hours: Full time (Monday to Friday) Salary: £71,006 to £79,872 per annum (DOE) Shape Futures. Lead with Purpose. At Esland, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive.

Our mission is to help vulnerable young people turn the curve on their futures by providing care, education, and therapeutic support tailored to their needs. Many of our pupils have faced significant challenges, including trauma, placement breakdowns, and barriers to learning. We’re looking for a Headteacher who shares our values and is ready to make a lasting impact.

As Headteacher, you’ll lead Esland Daven School with vision and integrity, ensuring high standards of education and care for our pupils. Reporting to the Education Director, you’ll work closely with the governing board, school staff, and wider Esland team to create a safe, inclusive, and aspirational learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

: Establish and sustain the school’s ethos and strategic direction. Ensure compliance with Independent School Standards and statutory frameworks. Oversee systems, policies, and processes for safe and effective operation.

Monitor progress against school aims and objectives, driving continuous improvement. Manage budgets and allocate resources efficiently. Liaise with local authorities on SEND and EHCP reviews.

Support Home Managers and outreach teams to deliver tailored education packages. Promote wellbeing through collaboration with clinical teams and teacher mentoring. Lead on safeguarding, ensuring it underpins every decision.

Deliver CPD and line manage teaching staff to maintain high-quality teaching and learning. A competitive salary between £71,006 and £79,872, reviewed annually Enrolment into the Esland education pension scheme, which is double matched up to 20%, meaning at total pension contribution of up to 30% Company sick pay Access to a company holiday home based in the Peak District, where you can stay for free!

Benefits

scheme E-Together The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life!

Qualifications (Desirable)

Strong understanding of SEND Code of Practice and approaches to inclusion Ability to plan, monitor, and evaluate learning and progress effectively Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach Experience of working with young people who present challenging behaviours Knowledge of strategies to maintain Good or Outstanding provision ICT proficiency and flexibility to teach across multiple subjects