Head Teacher – SEMH School – Burgess Hill
Burgess Hill, West Sussex

Start: ASAP
Type: Full-Time
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm (Term Time Only)
Pay: Pay to scale, up to L11

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Head Teacher to lead a specialist SEMH school in Burgess Hill. This senior role involves overseeing teaching and learning, staff management, student welfare, and safeguarding compliance, while shaping the school’s strategic vision to ensure excellent outcomes for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic leadership and ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and pastoral care
Manage, support, and develop teaching and support staff
Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment
Ensure compliance with safeguarding and statutory requirements
Oversee budgets, resources, and school performance
Engage with parents, carers, and the wider community
Lead initiatives to enhance student wellbeing, behaviour, and academic progress

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Leadership experience in SEMH or SEN schools
Strong understanding of SEMH provision and supporting complex needs
Knowledge of safeguarding, statutory frameworks, and school governance
Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
Collaborative, motivational leadership style
Passion for improving outcomes for children with SEMH needs

What the Role Offers:

Full-time, permanent leadership position (term time only)
Pay to scale, up to L11
Opportunity to shape the vision and impact of a specialist SEMH school
Supportive environment with focus on staff development and student wellbeing
A highly rewarding role making a real difference to students’ lives

How to Apply
If you are an experienced and visionary school leader passionate about SEMH education, we would love to hear from you.

Important Notice
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS. Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay where applicable.