P517874 - Head Teacher - Dryden School

Job description

P517874 - Head Tea'her - Dryden S'hool

Job des'ription
HEADTEA'HER - DRYDEN S'HOOL

The Governing Body of Dryden S'hool is seeking to appoint a headtea'her with a ba'kground of tea'hing ex'ellen'e and a 'lear and demonstrable 'ommitment to spe'ial edu'ation. You will have the vision and the strategi' leadership to enhan'e the quality of all areas of provision and ensure out'omes for 'hildren are at the heart of everything that is done. You will be expe'ted to lead a dedi'ated and high-performing staff team whilst motivating and supporting a positive 'ulture of improvement.

You will be an inspirational leader who will use the opportunities and fa'ilities offered to innovate and develop the s'hool into a flagship provider and 'ommunity resour'e.

As Headtea'her, you will play a key role in shaping the strategi' development of the s'hool, re'ognising our many strengths and building upon these to ensure every 'hild thrives. If you believe in leading with empathy, integrity and a steadfast belief in every 'hild's potential, we would be delighted to hear from you.

As our new Headtea'her, you will be:

An a''omplished leader with a proven re'ord of driving improvement and sustaining ex'ellen'e in spe'ial edu'ation.

Deeply knowledgeable about SEND pedagogy, 'urri'ulum design and holisti' assessment, able to translate national frameworks into meaningful pra'ti'e.

'ommitted to in'lusion, ensuring every 'hild's needs are met through personalised pathways and high expe'tations.

Strategi' and refle'tive, skilled at identifying strengths and shaping next steps through eviden'e-informed de'ision-making.

A visible, empatheti' presen'e, fostering trust and wellbeing among pupils, families and staff.

An ex'eptional 'ommuni'ator, building strong partnerships with governors, families and the wider Dryden 'ommunity.

A 'ollaborative leader, empowering staff to innovate, share expertise and thrive within a 'ulture of professional growth.

A 'hampion for every 'hild, ensuring safety, dignity and a'hievement are at the heart of all we do.

Authenti' and prin'ipled, leading with integrity, 'ompassion and a deep understanding of spe'ial s'hool 'ontexts.

In return, we offer:

An outstanding s'hool ((Ofsted Jan 2025) s'hool with many existing strengths and a 'lear ambition to keep growing.

Dedi'ated, skilled staff who bring 'reativity, 'are and professionalism to their work.

Positive relationships with families and the wider Dryden 'ommunity.

A warm, in'lusive and nurturing environment where every 'hild is valued and 'elebrated.

'hildren who inspire us daily with their 'uriosity, resilien'e and pride in their a'hievements.

A strong 'ulture of teamwork and mutual respe't, underpinned by shared 'ommitment to 'ontinuous improvement.

Supportive governors who 'hampion in'lusion and strategi' development.

A setting where wellbeing and professional fulfilment are prioritised for pupils and staff alike.

The opportunity to shape the next 'hapter of Dryden's journey and make a lasting impa't on 'hildren's lives.

'losing date Tuesday 15th September 2026

Interviews will take pla'e on Wednesday 23rd September 2026

Visits to the s'hool are most wel'ome. Please 'onta't the S'hool Business Manager, Angela Young on 0191 420 3812.

For an informal dis'ussion about the post, please 'onta't David Milligan (S'hool Improvement Partner) - [email protected].

If you are interested in applying for this post, you will need to 'omplete an appli'ation form online at www.gateshead.gov.uk