Job Description

Salary: 47,031-50,471 + SEN 2,679 + TLR2 3,391


Benefits: Workplace pension through TPS; occupational sick pay; recognition policies; ongoing training, learning and development opportunities; HR and wellbeing support; family friendly policies; on-site parking with electric car chargers; on-site gym and exercise

Headteacher - Lee Jerwood

We are seeking a Head of Centre to join our team at Philip Southcote School. Based at our Southcote Centre, Epsom and Ewell High School, you will be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils, ensuring the highest standards in both academic performance and conduct. You will work closely with the Assistant Headteacher to shape the strategic vision of the Centre, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

As Head of Centre, you will lead the development and implementation of a robust curriculum across all key stages, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of our students. Your responsibilities will include monitoring student progress, conducting formal observations, and providing targeted interventions to support all learners, with a focus on Special Educational Needs. You will also foster a collaborative environment by sharing resources and promoting joint planning among staff, while actively engaging in their professional development through training and performance management.


Your role will extend beyond academics; you will create a safe and stimulating environment that promotes positive behaviour and effective relationships with pupils, parents, and the wider community. By establishing high expectations and acting as a positive role model, you will inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential.


At Philip Southcote, we value collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. We are looking for a qualified teacher with a proven track record in educational leadership and a commitment to safeguarding children. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in our community and lead our Centre towards a bright future, we invite you to apply today!

The closing date for this vacancy is the 9th May 2025. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

Job specification

School

Philip Southcote School

Location

Epsom and Ewell High School

Ruxley Lane, West Ewell, Ewell, Surrey, KT19 9JW

School type

Special, Academies

Job Posted

28/04/2025

Role

Middle Leadership

Subject

SEND

Employment type

Full Time

Closing date

09/05/2025

Start date

September 2025

Job reference

T/HoCEEH