Head of School

We are seeking a qualified teacher and experienced senior leader for a new Head of School position, responsible for the operational leadership of a new mixed SEND school, where Key Stage 4 and Post-16 pupils can thrive, gaining qualifications and skills for adulthood.

Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.

Opening in September 2026, TCES North West London is expanding, with a brand-new purpose-built school building, specifically designed for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Key Stage 4 and Post-16. As well as acting as the main hub for TCES Outreach Service pupils n West London, this specialist campus will be a state-of-the-art school and college, created around the needs our students, combining industry-standard facilities with small class sizes and therapeutic support.

You will lead a multi-disciplinary team of teaching, learning support, inclusion and clinical staff, supporting pupils with complex needs and neurodiversity, including Autism. You will oversee the learning environment so that these vulnerable young people are able to thrive, develop social skills, ensuring that they build confidence, self -esteem and the ability to work and learn within small groups in a classroom.

Essential requirements to be successful in the role are: 

• Experience of supporting neurodiverse children with SEND, including Autism (ASD / ASC) and an understanding of potential implications for communication, learning and behaviour patterns.
• Substantial experience at senior management level of providing strong leadership, including large multi-disciplinary teams, through successful delivery against agreed strategic plans and targets.
• Track record of leading by example to promote company vision and values, fostering a culture of high expectations and accountability.
• Have principles and practice of quality assurance systems, including service self-evaluation and performance management.
• Ability to empower young people and their families to build self-confidence, develop emotional intelligence and find their interests to pursue.

TCES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. xwzovoh The appointment is subject to all relevant checks such as references, medical clearance and a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.