Headteacher – SEN / SEMH Specialist School


Company:	Luma Education Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£61,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Borough of Tameside, SK16 4HG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Jul 2026
Closing date:	6 Aug 2026

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Summary

Location: Dukinfield, Borough of Tameside, Greater Manchester (excellent transport links & free on-site parking)

Salary: £61,000+ per annum (Negotiable depending on experience)

Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | Term Time Only

Start Date: September 2026

Closing Date: 30 August 2026

Headteacher – SEN & SEMH Provision

Are you an experienced Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher or senior education leader looking for an opportunity to lead a specialist school and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people?

Luma Education Recruitment is working in partnership with a highly regarded specialist SEN and SEMH school in Hyde, Greater Manchester, to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Headteacher.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate education leader to provide strategic direction, develop a committed team, and ensure pupils with special educational needs, SEMH needs and additional learning needs receive the highest standards of education, care and support.

The successful candidate will join an inclusive and forward-thinking specialist provision with a strong ethos, supportive staff team and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for every pupil.

The Role

As Headteacher, you will provide inspirational leadership across the school, ensuring excellent standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding and pastoral care.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing strategic and operational leadership to drive continuous school improvement

Leading, motivating and developing a skilled team of teaching and support professionals

Ensuring high-quality teaching, curriculum development and learning opportunities for pupils with SEN and SEMH needs

Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils can thrive

Monitoring pupil progress, attendance, behaviour and wellbeing to ensure positive outcomes

Championing safeguarding and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and SEND legislation

Building strong relationships with parents, carers, local authorities and external professionals

Supporting staff development through effective coaching, mentoring and professional learning opportunities

Working collaboratively with senior leaders and stakeholders to deliver the school’s vision and strategic objectives

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced education leader seeking:

A permanent Headteacher position within a specialist SEN/SEMH school

A salary of £61,000+ per annum (negotiable depending on experience)

The opportunity to shape and develop an established specialist provision

A supportive senior leadership team and committed staff community

Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities

A well-resourced learning environment with strong staffing support

The chance to make a meaningful difference to pupils, families and the wider community

About Luma Education Recruitment

Luma Education Recruitment specialises in supporting schools and specialist education settings across the UK with the recruitment of exceptional education professionals.

From Teachers and Teaching Assistants through to Senior Leaders, Headteachers and specialist SEND professionals, we connect talented candidates with schools where they can thrive and make a lasting impact.

Luma Education Recruitment is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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To apply for this Headteacher opportunity, please send your CV to daniel.benson@lumaedrec.com or call 0204 576 4344 for a confidential discussion.

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