Headteacher

Situated on the North Devon coastline in an area of outstanding natural beauty, the Governors of Lampard Community School are seeking to appoint an exceptional, motivated and inspirational Headteacher who is passionate about the education of pupils who have Special Educational Needs.

Lampard Community School is a thriving Special School with 132 students aged 5 to 16. Pupils attending this school have significant needs in the area of Communication and Interaction and this is specified in an EHCP. Many have a diagnosis of autism and/or have needs relating to speech, language and communication (SLCN).

Due to their complex profile of needs, pupils are working well below age-related expectations, therefore at KS4 students take Entry Level/Level 1 Functional Skills qualifications and a range of vocational options at Entry Level. Typically, our students move on to Supported Learning at Petroc College to access a progressive and meaningful Post-16 education.

We work closely with parents, carers and other agencies to give every student high quality education and care. Lampard has experienced and specialist staff who are dedicated to meeting the educational needs of all students.

The new Headteacher will lead the school from a very positive ‘Good’ OFSTED grading (July 2017) to ‘Outstanding’ while maintaining the unique culture and ethos of the school.

It is desirable for applicants to have leadership expertise in the education of students who have Special Educational Needs and are committed to providing the best quality education and having high aspirations for their futures.

We welcome informal visits under Covid safe guidance prior to shortlisting where you will have the opportunity to have a tour of the school. Please contact Alison Rubenchik, School Business Manager on 01271 345416 to make arrangements. 

For an information pack and application form contact Babcock LDP on 01392 287296 or

e-mail:  LDP-adminheadships@babcockinternational.com

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The post requires an enhanced DBS check.

Start date: September 2022

Salary: Group 6 – L21 - L34 (£69,031 - £94,914)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Closing date: Apply by noon Monday 24th January 2022

Interview dates: Thursday 10th and Friday 11th February 2022