Are you a compassionate, strategic leader with a deep commitment to improving outcomes for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Clifford Holroyde is seeking a dynamic and values-driven Headteacher to lead our specialist provision for boys aged 11–16, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Set in a nurturing and therapeutic environment, our practice is grounded in the Thrive Approach, with a whole-school commitment to positive relationships, resilience, and inclusion. This is a transformational opportunity to shape the school’s next chapter. CH College is currently part of:

A local authority SEND Sufficiency Review, helping shape the future of SEMH provision in the region
The DfE’s School Rebuilding Programme, offering significant investment in our physical learning environment

As we continue to grow as a school, we are looking to maintain/improve our Ofsted rating, educational outcomes and levels of therapeutic support by ensuring our school is led by a strong and aspirational Head Teacher.

If you’re ready to lead a school where relationships drive outcomes and every day is a chance to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for a leader who is:

-Passionate about inclusive education
-Resilient, forward-thinking, and emotionally intelligent
-Experienced in working with vulnerable learners and leading teams with impact
-Enthusiastic to work in close partnership with our young people, their families, governors, the local authority and the wider community to provide meaningful outcomes for all pupils during their time here with us and beyond, ensuring they have positive future destinations post-16 and continuing life opportunities.