Head of Learning Support
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,870.00 to £56,154.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 May 2026 |
| Location: | SE1 9GF |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HEADOFLEARNINGS-260430-9900 |
Summary
Head of Learning Support – Lead Inclusion & Transform Young Lives
Are you a trailblazer ready to redefine educational support? This Head of Learning Support position in a vibrant Southwark academy is your chance to architect transformative impact for every learner. Champion progress, nurture potential and lead a thriving team as you set new standards for excellence. We’re searching for a dynamic leader who inspires best practice, delivers with precision and is driven by an unshakeable passion for inclusion and achievement.
As Head of Learning Support, you’ll gain unparalleled leadership experience at the frontline of inclusive education. Join a highly ambitious school community, graded Good to Outstanding, where innovation is prized and professionals are empowered at every step. Experience world-class CPD and leadership mentoring, cutting-edge SEND resources, and collaborate with dedicated, expert colleagues in an environment renowned for its inclusive ethos and student-centred values. Progress your career in one of Outer London’s most forward-thinking schools, where your impact will shape lives and futures alike.
Key Highlights:
• Head of Learning Support: the pivotal driving force for SEND progression
• Salary: Outer London MPS/UPS (£37,870 – £56,154) per year plus TLR as applicable
• Location: Exceptional, innovative school in the heart of Southwark
• Ofsted: Proudly graded Good to Outstanding – a centre of sector-leading provision
• Outstanding CPD, fast-track leadership growth & bespoke development
• Ideal for experienced, values-driven UK QTS teachers with strong SEND expertise
• Modern SEND suite, supportive SLT, and inspiring learning culture
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Strategically leading all SEND provision school-wide, raising standards daily
• Managing and developing a talented learning support team
• Designing individualised interventions and whole-school SEND strategies
• Collaborating closely with SLT, external specialists, and families
• Monitoring impact, data and compliance in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• Championing a culture of high aspiration and achievement for all learners
Ideal "Head of Learning Support" for this Southwark School:
• UK-trained teacher with QTS and a proven track record of SEND success
• Good or Outstanding references evidencing impact and leadership
• Experienced in managing SEND provision—depth of SEND expertise essential
• Innovative, strategic, and committed to whole-school inclusion
• Passionate about empowering staff, students, and families
• Highly organised, analytical, and a skilled communicator
Why Join This Southwark School?:
• State-of-the-art/cutting-edge SEND resources and provision
• Proactive, inclusive, and cohesive staff team with shared values
• Outstanding, regular CPD and senior leadership mentoring
• Supportive, visionary SLT genuinely invested in professional growth
• Opportunity to lead SEND practice in a flagship Outer London setting
• Strong student voice, respectful community, and exemplary behaviour
Shape the direction of SEND and learning support as Head of Learning Support in Southwark – gain bespoke leadership experience and propel your career in an environment where staff and students thrive. Applications are reviewed as received – seize this transformative opportunity without delay.
Are you a trailblazer ready to redefine educational support? This Head of Learning Support position in a vibrant Southwark academy is your chance to architect transformative impact for every learner. Champion progress, nurture potential and lead a thriving team as you set new standards for excellence. We’re searching for a dynamic leader who inspires best practice, delivers with precision and is driven by an unshakeable passion for inclusion and achievement.
As Head of Learning Support, you’ll gain unparalleled leadership experience at the frontline of inclusive education. Join a highly ambitious school community, graded Good to Outstanding, where innovation is prized and professionals are empowered at every step. Experience world-class CPD and leadership mentoring, cutting-edge SEND resources, and collaborate with dedicated, expert colleagues in an environment renowned for its inclusive ethos and student-centred values. Progress your career in one of Outer London’s most forward-thinking schools, where your impact will shape lives and futures alike.
Key Highlights:
• Head of Learning Support: the pivotal driving force for SEND progression
• Salary: Outer London MPS/UPS (£37,870 – £56,154) per year plus TLR as applicable
• Location: Exceptional, innovative school in the heart of Southwark
• Ofsted: Proudly graded Good to Outstanding – a centre of sector-leading provision
• Outstanding CPD, fast-track leadership growth & bespoke development
• Ideal for experienced, values-driven UK QTS teachers with strong SEND expertise
• Modern SEND suite, supportive SLT, and inspiring learning culture
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Strategically leading all SEND provision school-wide, raising standards daily
• Managing and developing a talented learning support team
• Designing individualised interventions and whole-school SEND strategies
• Collaborating closely with SLT, external specialists, and families
• Monitoring impact, data and compliance in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• Championing a culture of high aspiration and achievement for all learners
Ideal "Head of Learning Support" for this Southwark School:
• UK-trained teacher with QTS and a proven track record of SEND success
• Good or Outstanding references evidencing impact and leadership
• Experienced in managing SEND provision—depth of SEND expertise essential
• Innovative, strategic, and committed to whole-school inclusion
• Passionate about empowering staff, students, and families
• Highly organised, analytical, and a skilled communicator
Why Join This Southwark School?:
• State-of-the-art/cutting-edge SEND resources and provision
• Proactive, inclusive, and cohesive staff team with shared values
• Outstanding, regular CPD and senior leadership mentoring
• Supportive, visionary SLT genuinely invested in professional growth
• Opportunity to lead SEND practice in a flagship Outer London setting
• Strong student voice, respectful community, and exemplary behaviour
Shape the direction of SEND and learning support as Head of Learning Support in Southwark – gain bespoke leadership experience and propel your career in an environment where staff and students thrive. Applications are reviewed as received – seize this transformative opportunity without delay.