Headteacher

We are a small, independent SEND school based in Rugby Warwickshire on the grounds of Newbold on Avon RFC. We first opened to pupils in January 2024.

We have a calm, supportive and nurturing environment in which children are able to focus on their educational development and their Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets. We have a capacity of up to 20 pupils; 12 children currently on roll.

We are looking to expand by building a further classroom, thereby doubling our capacity. Are you interested in joining us on this exciting journey? 

The vacant Head teacher post includes the following responsibilities:

·      Full time Head teacher

·      Class teacher responsibility for up to 2 days per week (in the first instance)

·      SENDCo

The post has the following benefits:

·      Small pupil and staff numbers; reduced workload

·      High staff to pupil ratio

·      More time to fit the job into the working day; leading to less time working beyond the working day

·      Extremely supportive staff and Directors

·      Development opportunities to suit your needs and wishes

·      An experienced Principal to help guide you in your role, giving you both the autonomy and support you need

The Directors and Principal are looking for an inspirational and dedicated individual who will build on the excellent work already undertaken and take this amazing school forward on its journey of continuous improvement.

We strongly encourage all interested applicants to arrange an informal visit.

As you will see when you visit our school, it is a happy learning environment and we believe it’s a wonderful place to work. As an Independent school, we are free of the constraints of state schools and place a high priority on staff well-being.

Please contact the school’s Principal, Alex Smythe for more details and to arrange a visit (asmythe@willowparkschool.warwickshire.sch.uk) on 01788 524683 or 07380 956651

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification; qualifications; medical fitness; identity and right to work.

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references, one of which must be the most recent employer.