Head of Education

Contract: Permanent Schedule: Full Time (8:00am - 4:00pm) Salary: Leadership Pay Scale (Negotiable) Location: Independent specialist school in Surrey We are a newly established independent specialist school set in the beautiful Surrey Hills, dedicated to supporting children and young people aged 7-16 with autism and associated social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our mission is to create a safe, inspiring environment where every learner can thrive academically and personally. As Head of Education, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our school. You will: Lead the development of outstanding teaching and learning across all phases. Design and implement a progressive, sequenced whole‑school curriculum. Line manage and inspire teaching and subject staff, embedding inclusive strategies. Drive assessment, self‑evaluation, and inspection readiness. Foster a collaborative, reflective, and high‑performing staff culture. We're looking for a dynamic leader who is passionate about transforming lives through education. You will have: Qualified Teacher Status and a proven track record of improving teaching quality and pupil outcomes. Experience in curriculum design, assessment, and school improvement (middle leadership essential; senior leadership desirable). Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills. Understanding of autism and EHCP processes (advantageous but not essential). A supportive, inclusive environment where innovation is encouraged. Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities. Collaboration across a network of specialist SEN schools. Free daily shuttle from Dorking Station. Complimentary breakfast and lunch during term time. Wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Programme. Interviews: 1-3 December 2025 Parking: On‑site Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare. #J-18808-Ljbffr