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Head of Learning Support

Job details
Posting date: 02 April 2026
Salary: £60,000.00 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 May 2026
Location: RM1 3BB
Remote working: On-site only
Company: JobsinED Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: HEADOFLEARNINGS-260402-0662

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Summary

Head of Learning Support – Drive Excellence at a Dynamic Havering School

Are you ready to champion student achievement and transform SEND provision as Head of Learning Support? This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape learning experiences, empower staff, and deliver outstanding outcomes in a forward-thinking Havering school. If you are an ambitious educator, SEN specialist, or seasoned leader keen to make an indelible impact, this high-profile post is tailor-made for you.

As Head of Learning Support, you will unlock your potential in a vibrant, innovative community renowned for inclusivity, professional challenge, and sector-leading CPD. Join a school where ambition meets support, and every student’s development is fuelled by the expertise and passion of dedicated professionals. You'll enjoy exceptional resources, a collaborative ethos, and the rare chance to spearhead transformational SEND initiatives, all within an Ofsted-rated Good to Outstanding environment.

Key Highlights:
• Head of Learning Support post driving whole-school SEND strategy
• Up to £60,000 DOE per year – reflect your expertise and influence
• Based in Havering; excellent transport links and vibrant local community
• Ofsted rated Good to Outstanding – culture of aspiration and achievement
• Comprehensive CPD, clear paths to senior leadership, and bespoke coaching
• Ideal for inspirational SENCOs, advanced SEN specialists, or experienced teachers seeking impact and progression
• Cutting-edge learning environments and access to first-class SEND resources

What You'll Be Doing:
• Leading, shaping, and evaluating all aspects of learning support provision
• Developing tailored strategies to ensure every learner thrives
• Inspiring, mentoring, and upskilling a diverse team of support staff
• Championing a culture of exceptional practice and measurable impact
• Collaborating with SLT, teachers, parents, and external agencies to maximise success

Ideal "Head of Learning Support" for this Havering School:
• Visionary leader with proven SEND, SENCO, or learning support experience
• UK-trained teacher with QTS or advanced SEN credential
• Evidenced history of departmental or whole-school SEND impact
• Exceptional communicator, coach, and advocate for inclusive education
• Resilient, forward-thinking, and relentlessly ambitious for every child
• Referees validate Good/Outstanding professional standards

Why Join This Havering School?:
• Dynamic culture that values innovation, reflection, and continuous improvement
• Unrivalled CPD: in-house, external, and specialist SEND training
• Exceptionally supportive SLT and highly engaged school community
• State-of-the-art facilities designed for modern, inclusive learning
• Genuine career progression – many middle and senior leaders promoted internally
• Wellbeing-driven ethos; work-life balance a key priority

Be at the forefront of educational change. The Head of Learning Support role in this Havering school is your chance to combine leadership, expertise, and vision in a groundbreaking setting. Don’t wait – discover a career path that will transform lives, including your own. Interviews are being scheduled now; take your next leadership step today.

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