Headteacher

DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED · Birmingham, West Midlands

Headteacher at DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED, based in Birmingham, West Midlands. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Birmingham, West Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 hour ago
Closes
9 Oct 2026
Sector
Teacher

Reference https://diversejobsmatter.co.uk/job/26190092/headteacher/

About the role

Birmingham, UK TeacherActive TeacherActive is proud to be working with an independent SEMH specialist day school in Birmingham, catering for students across Key Stage 2 / KS2 to Key Stage 5 / KS5 with social, emotional and mental health difficulties and a range of complex additional needs. The school is part of a specialist organisation providing care and education support to children and young people with complex mental health disorders, learning disabilities, and emotional and behavioural difficulties, with a focus on achieving positive outcomes and nurturing independence. The school is looking to appoint an experienced Head Teacher on a permanent basis, starting as soon as possible. The successful Head Teacher will provide strong, hands-on leadership across the school, supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND and complex needs while building effective relationships with pupils, staff, parents and other key stakeholders. The successful Head Teacher will have: • NPQH qualification • Relevant teaching and leadership qualifications • Previous experience in a senior leadership or Head Teacher role • Strong experience working with pupils with SEMH, SEND and complex needs • Excellent leadership and relationship-building skills • A hands-on, pupil-focused approach to school leadership In return for the above you can expect to receive: • A rewarding career within a fast-growing organisation • A commitment to equal opportunities and inclusion • A commitment to staff development and retention • The opportunity to contribute to an organisation focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people If you are interested in this Head Teacher position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work

Reference: https://diversejobsmatter.co.uk/job/26190092/headteacher/ · Posted 1 hour ago · Closes 9 Oct 2026 · Listed via DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED

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