£332–£350 per day/£57,127 - £64,691 (L5 – L10) | Monday – Friday | 8.15am – 4.30pm | Minehead, Somerset | September with (some dates in July to transition needed) Start
Are you an experienced education leader with a passion for improving outcomes for young people with SEND?
Do you have the vision, leadership skills and specialist knowledge to lead a high-quality post-16 education provision?
Aspira Education are recruiting a Head of Education for a specialist college in Minehead, Somerset, supporting young adults with learning disabilities to develop the skills, confidence and independence needed for adult life.
This is a permanent leadership opportunity within a unique specialist college where education, employability and independent living are at the heart of everything they do.
About the Role
Working closely with the Principal, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the education provision.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment across the college.
- Driving educational outcomes aligned to EHCPs and Preparing for Adulthood pathways.
- Overseeing Functional Skills English and Maths provision.
- Supporting the delivery of vocational and hospitality qualifications.
- Leading quality assurance, self-assessment and improvement planning.
- Developing and supporting teaching staff through coaching and performance management.
- Monitoring student progress and implementing strategies to improve outcomes.
- Maintaining oversight of safeguarding within education.
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure students receive holistic support.
This is a role for an experienced leader who can provide clear direction, high expectations and a strong educational vision from day one.
About the College
Based in the seaside town of Minehead, this specialist college supports young adults with learning disabilities to become work ready, life ready.
Students access a highly personalised curriculum focused on employability, independence, hospitality training and preparation for adulthood.
The college offers a supportive, ambitious environment where learners are encouraged to develop the confidence and skills needed to achieve meaningful outcomes and greater independence.
What We're Looking For
Essential
✔ QTS, QTLS or Cert Ed
✔ Degree or equivalent qualification
✔ Significant senior leadership experience within education
✔ Experience working within a specialist SEND and/or Post-16 setting
✔ Strong experience supporting learners with learning disabilities and EHCPs
✔ Proven ability to improve educational outcomes
✔ Strong understanding of curriculum development, teaching, learning and assessment
✔ Experience leading quality assurance and improvement planning
✔ Strong people-management and staff development skills
✔ Secure understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
Desirable
- Leadership or postgraduate qualification
- Experience leading through Ofsted inspection
- Knowledge of specialist education funding and compliance
- Experience within specialist colleges or Further Education settings
This role is not suitable as a first senior leadership position. We are seeking an established educational leader capable of stepping into a key leadership role and driving continued excellence across the provision.
Transition & Handover
The successful candidate may have the opportunity to spend time within the college during July, working alongside the existing leadership team to support a smooth transition before formally taking up the role in September.
All Applicants Must Have
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
- Two recent professional references
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
What You'll Get
Weekly pay
£330–£350 per day
Perm salary: £57,127 - £64,691 (L5 – L10)
Opportunity to lead within a highly regarded specialist college
Supportive senior leadership team
Professional development opportunities
The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young adults with SEND
Safeguarding Commitment
Aspira Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults.
All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and compliance checks including an Enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.
Apply Now
To apply or request further information, email [email protected] with your CV.
We aim to respond to all applications within 24 hours.
Pay: £332.00-£350.00 per day
Benefits:
- Company events
- Free parking
Application question(s):
- Have you previously led curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment across a school, college or educational provision? YES/NO
- Are you able to reliably commute to Minehead, Somerset five days per week? YES/NO
- Have you worked directly with learners who have learning disabilities and EHCPs?
Yes - extensive experience
Yes - some experience
No
Experience:
- senior leadership experience?: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- QTS, QTLS or a Cert Ed qualification? (required)
Work Location: On the road
