Exciting Opportunity!
This is an exciting opportunity to join our exceptional Bright Futures Team at our brand-new specialist school in Salford.
Building on the success of our two highly regarded specialist schools in St Helens and Lymm, we are expanding our high-quality educational offer across the North West.
Our mission is to provide a pupil-centred, personalised education for pupils aged 5-19 with Autism, learning disabilities, and other complex needs. We provide a calm, nurturing and safe environment where every child feels valued, supported and a true sense of belonging.
Our educational vision is to “awaken the potential” of every child and young person.
The Role
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful difference and improving outcomes for all pupils.
As Head of Pupil Engagement, you will play a key strategic and operational role in promoting a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You will:
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Lead the development, monitoring and continuous improvement of pastoral and behavioural support across the school
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Oversee attendance, behaviour and pupil welfare, using data to inform actions and improvements
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Promote pupil leadership, pupil voice and opportunities that prepare young people for adulthood and future employment
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Implement and promote community and employer engagement activities and initiatives across the school, through effective partnerships with local organisations and community groups
About You
We are looking for someone who:
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Has experience supporting children and young people with special educational needs
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Demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
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Can build effective and lasting relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and external professionals
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Is resilient, reflective and passionate about making a difference
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Remains calm and professional in challenging situations
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Is committed to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement
You must demonstrate that you meet all of the essential experience, knowledge and personal qualities criteria on the person specification, using practical examples.
Why Join Us?
By joining Bright Futures, you will:
Please note: this role is term-time only and the salary is as stated (i.e. not pro rata). Annual leave aligns with school closure periods and public holidays.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
If you are passionate about making a lasting impact and want to be part of something truly meaningful from the very beginning, we would love to hear from you.
Closing date: Wednesday 5th August 2026 (we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications)
Interview date: Wednesday 12th August 2026
Looking for a rewarding role in SEN education? For more details about the role, for queries regarding the application process or to arrange a visit, please contact Emi Chiu (Business Manager): [email protected]
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At Bright Futures, we make a real difference in the lives of young people and adults with autism, special educational and complex needs. Through our dedicated and expert team, we deliver outstanding care and education.
Our team are here because they are passionate about improving the lives of the individuals we support. Our employees are the key to the exceptional quality of care and education that we provide. It’s why we invest in our people, fostering their personal and professional growth to ensure they can excel and develop in their journey with us.
We can’t promise that it will always be easy, but we can promise here at Bright Futures it will be worthwhile. You’ll be making a difference to the lives of the people we support, celebrating their achievements, and providing unwavering support during challenging times. The feedback from our people is that the good days will always outshine; especially with the backing and support of the whole team.
No matter your role, everything we do is focused around our unwavering commitment to the people we support. Our aim is that every individual we support thrives and socially develops as active members of their local community.
