Head Teacher

Following the forthcoming retirement of our current Headteacher, Tiverton School is seeking an exceptional leader to guide us into our next chapter.

This is a rare opportunity to build on strong foundations in a school where children are truly at the centre of everything we do. With a dedicated staff team, a supportive governing body, and a nurturing, inclusive culture already in place, we are looking for a leader who will continue our journey with clarity, compassion and ambition.

We are proud to be a school where:

• Every child is valued, respected and celebrated
• Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do
• Learning is meaningful, engaging and tailored to individual needs
• Staff work collaboratively in a culture of trust, care and high expectations
• Strong relationships with families and the community drive success

Our calm, purposeful environment and positive relationships create the foundation for pupils to thrive and achieve their very best.

Learn, Enjoy, Achieve

As Headteacher, you will be the driving force behind the school’s continued success and future development.

You will:

• Set a clear and compelling vision for the school’s next phase
• Lead and inspire a committed staff team to deliver exceptional outcomes
• Champion high-quality, inclusive SEND provision for pupils with complex needs
• Ensure safeguarding, well-being, and dignity are at the forefront of all decisions
• Build strong partnerships with families, the Local Authority and external agencies
• Drive continuous improvement through strategic leadership and effective use of data

This role offers the opportunity to lead a well-established special school with a strong reputation, while shaping its future direction with confidence and creativity.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced and impactful senior leader with a proven track record
• Has deep knowledge and passion for SEND and inclusive education
• Leads with integrity, ambition and a strong moral purpose
• Inspires and motivates others, bringing out the very best in staff
• Builds meaningful relationships with pupils, families and the wider community
• Is resilient, reflective and driven to continuously improve

You will be someone who not only leads—but truly makes a difference to the lives of children and families.

Visit Us – Experience Tiverton First-Hand

We strongly encourage visits to experience our school community in action.

Available visit dates:

• 24th March
• 26th March
• 13th April
• 14th April

Interview Dates: 23rd and 24th April

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.