Head of Academics Curriculum – SEND

Are you a visionary leader with resilience, empathy, and a strong commitment to shaping meaningful academic experiences for young people facing social, emotional, and mental health and SEND challenges? If so, this is a rare and impactful opportunity to join our Senior Leadership Team as the Head of Academic Curriculum.

About Us:

At our school, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and supportive environment for young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviors. As the Head of Academic Curriculum, you will play a vital role in designing, implementing, and overseeing our curriculum to ensure it meets the diverse needs of our students and promotes their mental well-being and academic growth.

Position: Head of Academic Curriculum
Hours: Full-time, term time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Role Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Leadership: Lead the development and implementation of a progressive, inclusive curriculum that addresses both academic and life skills, aligning with SEMH principles.
• Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, counsellors, and support staff to integrate academic and therapeutic strategies, creating a cohesive learning environment.
• Behavior Management: Support the teaching team in implementing effective behavior management strategies and maintain a structured, positive classroom atmosphere.
• Staff Development: Mentor and guide teachers on best practices for working with students facing SEMH challenges, promoting an inclusive and supportive teaching culture.
• Individualized Support: Oversee the development of personalized learning plans to support each student’s unique academic and emotional needs.
• Classroom Environment: Contribute to the creation of a calm, organized, and emotionally supportive classroom setting.

Qualities and Experience:

The ideal candidate will bring the following qualities and experience:

• Leadership Experience: Prior experience in a leadership role within an educational or therapeutic setting, with a strong background in working with SEMH students and challenging behaviors.
• Curriculum Expertise: Proven track record in curriculum design and implementation, ideally with an emphasis on SEMH and/or therapeutic support.
• Empathy and Resilience: A genuine passion for supporting young people through SEMH challenges, with the resilience to manage challenging situations effectively.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent communication and de-escalation skills, with the ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a diverse team of educators and support staff.
• Adaptability: Flexibility and responsiveness to the evolving emotional and behavioral needs of students.
• Relevant Qualifications: A background in education, psychology, counseling, or therapy will complement your ability to guide SEMH-focused learning.

Joining our school as Head of Academic Curriculum offers a deeply fulfilling experience where you’ll directly impact the lives of young people by fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment. In addition to competitive compensation, we provide ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills in curriculum development, behavior management, and SEMH support.

Important Notice:
To be eligible for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa. Pink Tile Education is dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. As part of the application process, you will be required to:

• Provide references to support your application.
• Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (Pink Tile can assist with this).

Apply Now to Learn More!

At Pink Tile, we believe in “Best Fit, Every Time” and work to ensure that every candidate we place makes a positive impact on their new team. Due to the volume of applications, we strive to respond within three working days but encourage follow-up if you haven’t heard from us within this timeframe.