Assistant Head, Key Stage Leader 14 to 19 Years

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an experienced and outstanding SEN practitioner looking for your first leadership opportunity? Oak Lodge School is seeking a Key Stage Leader 14 to 19 years to join our dynamic team.

As part of Barnet Special Education Trust, Oak Lodge School is dedicated to delivering exceptional education and care for young people with special educational needs.

You will lead the 14-19 phase, ensuring our students receive an ambitious and tailored curriculum that prepares them for life beyond school. You will be a key member of the senior leadership team, drivinghigh standardsand positive outcomes for all.

We are looking for:

• QTS/QTLS

• An experiencedand outstandingSEN practitioner, ideally with secondary or post-16 experience.

• Someone passionate about inclusion and supporting young people to achieve their best

• A colleague ready to step into their first leadership role and make an impact

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and share our commitment to inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

Our secondary SEN setting provides a supportive and innovative environment where both students and staff can thrive.

What we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• The chance to make a real difference to the lives of young people

• A well-resourced school with a clear commitment to inclusive education
• Leadership Pay Scale (Outer London STPC 2025)
• Teacher Pension Scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

Barnet Special Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance. An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.