Executive Head Teacher (Trust-wide SEND)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 07 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 06 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Middlesbrough, Not recorded, TS5 8PB |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 976ab169-fa3f-40c2-ab84-327536a47bbe |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking leader to influence the direction of SEND provision across a growing Trust, while continuing to lead a specialist school and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.
Beverley School, a specialist all-through setting for pupils with SEND, is scheduled to join The Legacy Learning Trust in Summer 2026. Throughout the transition and beyond, the successful candidate will hold a dual leadership role: providing executive leadership for SEND across the Trust while ensuring strong, stable leadership for Beverley School. This role will be pivotal in supporting the school’s journey to academy status and in shaping a coherent, ambitious SEND strategy across all Trust settings.
As a member of the Central Education Team, the post holder will:
• Lead the Trust-wide SEND strategy and ensure statutory compliance
• Support, challenge and develop leaders to secure excellent SEND provision
• Use data, research and evidence to drive improvement and innovation
• Work closely with Trustees, Local Authorities and external partners
We are looking for a highly credible and experienced senior leader with a strong commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND. You will bring the confidence and expertise to operate at both school and Trust level, influencing practice, culture and strategy.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• Strong SEND expertise and a track record of improving outcomes
• Experience of leading people, change and school improvement
• Credibility at senior and executive level
• A strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and equity
What the school offers its staff
At The Legacy Learning Trust, we believe in looking after our staff just as much as ourstudents. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
Fantastic Perks and Benefits
• A dedicated staff wellbeing package to support you in all areas of life
•Competitive salary and pension schemes (Teacher and Local Government PensionSchemes)
• Family-friendly policies designed with your needs in mind
• Discounts and benefits that go beyond the workplace
A Culture You’ll Love
• Supportive Leadership: Be part of a team passionate about empowering staff andstudents alike
• Professional Development: We’re committed to helping you grow and share bestpractices
• Strong Values: Equality, diversity, and a belief in celebrating success
• Access to Trust-wide networks to share ideas, resources, and best practices
• Enhanced professional development opportunities through the trust’s CPDprograms, giving you access to expert-led training and leadership pathways.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking leader to influence the direction of SEND provision across a growing Trust, while continuing to lead a specialist school and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.
Beverley School, a specialist all-through setting for pupils with SEND, is scheduled to join The Legacy Learning Trust in Summer 2026. Throughout the transition and beyond, the successful candidate will hold a dual leadership role: providing executive leadership for SEND across the Trust while ensuring strong, stable leadership for Beverley School. This role will be pivotal in supporting the school’s journey to academy status and in shaping a coherent, ambitious SEND strategy across all Trust settings.
As a member of the Central Education Team, the post holder will:
• Lead the Trust-wide SEND strategy and ensure statutory compliance
• Support, challenge and develop leaders to secure excellent SEND provision
• Use data, research and evidence to drive improvement and innovation
• Work closely with Trustees, Local Authorities and external partners
We are looking for a highly credible and experienced senior leader with a strong commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND. You will bring the confidence and expertise to operate at both school and Trust level, influencing practice, culture and strategy.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• Strong SEND expertise and a track record of improving outcomes
• Experience of leading people, change and school improvement
• Credibility at senior and executive level
• A strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and equity
What the school offers its staff
At The Legacy Learning Trust, we believe in looking after our staff just as much as ourstudents. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
Fantastic Perks and Benefits
• A dedicated staff wellbeing package to support you in all areas of life
•Competitive salary and pension schemes (Teacher and Local Government PensionSchemes)
• Family-friendly policies designed with your needs in mind
• Discounts and benefits that go beyond the workplace
A Culture You’ll Love
• Supportive Leadership: Be part of a team passionate about empowering staff andstudents alike
• Professional Development: We’re committed to helping you grow and share bestpractices
• Strong Values: Equality, diversity, and a belief in celebrating success
• Access to Trust-wide networks to share ideas, resources, and best practices
• Enhanced professional development opportunities through the trust’s CPDprograms, giving you access to expert-led training and leadership pathways.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.