About the Role
Ysgol Bethania is seeking to appoint an exceptional, inspirational, and highly inclusive Headteacher to lead our Independent ALN Primary School in Flint .
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and ambitious leader who is committed to achieving the very best outcomes for children with additional needs. The successful candidate will bring strategic vision, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and educational excellence.
Our school supports pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities, and we are looking for a Headteacher who can foster a nurturing, aspirational, and high-achieving learning environment for all pupils and staff.
Qualifications Required
Applicants must hold:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS ) and NPQH ( or working towards)
- A degree-level qualification or equivalent
- Further relevant professional and/or academic study
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
Essential Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will have:
- A minimum of three years’ successful senior leadership and management experience within a school setting
- A proven track record of strategic leadership characterised by integrity, resilience, creativity, and clarity
- Experience of implementing, managing, and evaluating change collaboratively
- Demonstrable success in raising standards and improving teaching and learning outcomes
- Significant experience analysing and using data to improve pupil achievement
- Experience managing school funding and resources effectively
- Strong financial planning and budget management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with pupils, staff, parents, proprietors, and the wider community
Essential Knowledge
Applicants should demonstrate:
- A secure understanding of the Independent School Standards (ESTYN)
- A clear understanding of outstanding teaching and learning and how pupils learn best
- Knowledge of how to empower both pupils and staff to achieve excellence
- Experience creating and implementing whole-school accountability systems
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- A thorough understanding of statutory frameworks relating to professional duties and responsibilities within education
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Demonstrate optimistic, professional, and ethical leadership
- Build positive relationships rooted in mutual respect and trust
- Value, support, and encourage the professional development of all staff
- Create and sustain a collaborative and high-performing team culture
- Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, proprietors, and the wider school community
- Inspire and motivate others to recognise the importance and value of education in young people’s lives
- Promote an open, transparent, and fair culture across the school
- Handle challenging conversations and conflict effectively and professionally
- Show respect for diversity and uphold fundamental British values
- Ensure personal beliefs are never expressed in ways that exploit professional position or pupil vulnerability
Why Join Ysgol Bethania?
At Ysgol Bethania, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment where both pupils and staff can thrive. We value innovation, collaboration, and continuous professional development, and we are passionate about delivering outstanding education and care for every child.
Safeguarding Statement
Ysgol Bethania is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including:
- Enhanced DBS check
- Right to work in the UK
- Satisfactory references
- Online and social media checks
- Prohibition from teaching checks
- Medical clearance
- Suitability to work with children
Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced and inspirational leader ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £55,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
