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Head of Drama September 2026 Teacher Active is working in partnership with a secondary school in Southall to recruit an exceptional Head of Drama from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and inspirational leader to shape the future of Drama and performing arts within a thriving school community. The successful candidate will lead the development of an ambitious curriculum, champion the value of the arts, and create a culture of performance, participation and excellence that places Drama at the heart of school life. The Role Lead and develop an engaging and ambitious Drama curriculum across KS3–KS5. Drive high-quality teaching, learning and student outcomes. Champion Drama and the performing arts across the school community. Develop a vibrant programme of productions, performances and enrichment opportunities. Inspire creativity, confidence, communication and self-expression in all students. Lead departmental improvement and contribute to wider school priorities. The Ideal Candidate Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Experience teaching Drama across KS3, KS4 and KS5. Outstanding classroom practitioner with a strong track record of student achievement. Passionate about increasing participation and engagement in the performing arts. Ambitious, creative and committed to continuous improvement. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire both students and colleagues. About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

SEND & SEMH Tutors (1:1 Support) – Hillingdon, Greater London Location: Hillingdon, Greater London Hourly Rate: £25 - £35p/h Flexible Hours: Up to 30 hours per week | Term-time only Make a difference where it matters most. AP Education is pleased to collaborate with local authorities in delivering customised 1:1 Alternative Provision for children and young people who are unable to access a mainstream education setting. We seek dedicated SEND Tutors, SEND Teachers, and HLTAs in (Hillingdon) and the surrounding regions. You will be supporting learners with a range of complex needs, including but not limited to: SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Autism EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance) SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties) MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) Key Responsibilities You’ll provide face-to-face 1:1 support, working with students from Early Years to KS4. Your responsibilities will include: Deliver core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND-specific Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies and patience. Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education, ensuring each learner’s individual needs are met. Perform baseline academic and emotional assessments to inform targeted support and intervention. Prepare detailed daily/weekly progress reports and, where necessary, liaise with external professionals such as SALT, OT, or Social Workers to facilitate a collaborative, multi-agency approach. Manage daily attendance reporting via our attendance software. Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings as appropriate.Candidate Profile: Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH requirements. Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings. QTS or HLTA certification preferred; however, applicants with a minimum of two years' relevant UK experience without qualifications are welcome. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Compassionate, dependable, and initiative-taking mindset.Why AP Education? Guaranteed weekly pay. Access to tailored curriculum platforms designed for flexibility, accessibility, and personalised learning support. Comprehensive Baseline toolkit with downloadable resources and training videos. Training sessions led by our Head of Education. Regular CPD opportunities, including workshops on trauma-informed practice, to ensure ongoing professional growth. Use of our bespoke tutor platform, featuring a wide array of trainings and resources to enhance your support for learners. Opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on individual students without managing large classroom groups. Dedicated Education Coordinator to assist throughout your placement. Streamlined compliance process for quick onboarding. Ongoing access to new placements, with consistent referrals from our local authority partners ensuring continuity of employment.Ready to Make a Real Difference? If you're passionate about helping young people thrive and want to work in a flexible, supportive environment — we’d love to hear from you. Call us on (phone number removed) and ask for Nathan Parry-Davies Or apply now to become a 1:1 SEND Tutor in Hillingdon, Greater London AP Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, or sexuality

We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work \n Job Title: Head of School \n Location: Baston House School, Bromley, Kent, BR2 7AB \n Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday | \n Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) \n Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only \n Start: September 2026 \n UK applicants only – no sponsorship available \n About the Role \n As Head of School, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the school delivers outstanding education, exceptional safeguarding standards and life-changing outcomes for every pupil. \n Working closely with the wider Options Autism and Outcomes First Group teams, you'll be responsible for creating an ambitious vision for the school, developing an exceptional staff team and ensuring the highest standards across all aspects of school life. \n You'll lead a school where therapeutic approaches, high-quality teaching and personalised learning combine to help pupils reach their full potential and prepare them for fulfilling futures. \n What you will be doing \n\n • Provide inspirational leadership that promotes a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.\n, • Drive exceptional educational outcomes through an engaging, ambitious and inclusive curriculum.\n, • Ensure outstanding teaching, learning and assessment across the school.\n, • Lead on safeguarding, health and safety and pupil wellbeing, creating a safe and nurturing environment.\n, • Build strong partnerships with pupils, families, Local Authorities and external professionals.\n, • Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing staff team through coaching, performance management and professional development.\n, • Oversee school improvement planning, self-evaluation and quality assurance.\n, • Ensure compliance with all DfE, Ofsted and Independent School Standards.\n, • Monitor school performance, attendance, behaviour and pupil progress, implementing effective improvement strategies where needed.\n, • Support the commercial success and sustainable growth of the school through effective resource and budget management.\n, • Champion a positive school culture where every member of the community feels valued, supported and empowered to succeed.\n\n What you will bring \n\n • Degree and QTS required.\n, • Significant senior leadership experience within education.\n, • A proven track record of improving educational outcomes and leading successful school improvement.\n, • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, SEND, school leadership and statutory education requirements.\n, • Experience preparing for and leading successful Ofsted inspections.\n, • Exceptional people leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire and develop teams.\n, • Strong financial and operational management experience.\n, • A commitment to delivering outstanding education and transforming the lives of children and young people.\n\n About Us \n Baston House School is an independent day specialist school in Bromley, Kent, supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and associated needs. The school provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where pupils are fully included in all aspects of school life. Our focus is on developing academic skills, social understanding, emotional wellbeing, and independence, enabling each pupil to achieve positive outcomes and prepare for their next steps. By fostering a strong sense of community and personalised learning, Baston House ensures every pupil is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. \n For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. \n We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. \n Why Join Us? \n We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. \n\n • Life Assurance\n, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions\n, • "Your Wellbeing Matters" – mental health support and physical health checks\n, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:\n \n, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits\n, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme\n, • Critical illness cover\n, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support\n \n\n We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. \n Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. \n #1

COMMERCIAL EVENTS AND VENUES MANAGERContract summary:Contract length: PermanentWorking weeks: Full time, all year roundWorking hours: 40 hours per week, with some evening and weekend work to oversee eventsSalary: Please contact the recruitment team for salary information.The role: Harrow School raises funds for the development of the School and the provision of a world-class education experience using its beautiful estate, listed buildings and associated facilities. The School hasan esteemed reputation for expertly hosting weddings, tours, national and international sports events, conferences, film locations and charity events. The Commercial Events and Venues Manager has a pivotal role in overseeing this wide variety of activities; promoting events online, liaising with clients, organising paperwork and logistics, and connecting with departments across the site to deliver memorable, smoothly delivered events that exceed the clients expectations. This is not a typical events role as most events take place during the school holidays, leaving welcome down time during the term to manage paperwork, plan, innovate, and keep more regular office hours.For more information please review the job description attached as a separate document to the advertisement on the School vacancies page.The skills: This role will suit a candidate who relishes the opportunity to develop a broad portfolio of experience within their career rather than specialising in one type of event management. It is an ideal position for someone who loves variety, with no two days the same, working within a small team in beautiful surroundings. You will have solid hands-on experience of taking responsibility for motivating your team, managing events end-to-end ideally in a busy venue setting. You will be used to working with director-level managers; proposing new business opportunities, providing budgetary information and overseeing a superlative customer experience for our clients. Your excellent organisation abilities will allow you to manage multiple tasks with the correct paperwork so everyone is communicated with efficiently. Your strong written and verbal communication skills and tactful, approachable manner will enable you to build strong professional relationships throughout the School.The benefits include:free lunchfree parkingautomatic enrolment in the Schools pension schemeuse of the Schools sports facilities such as the swimming pool, gym, and running track.subsidised membership of the tennis, golf, angling and social clubs.The environment: Harrow School is situated in Harrow on the Hill, northwest London, and is one of the best-known schools in the world. Around 835 boys study at Harrow and live in the Schools 12 boarding houses.Harrow School Enterprises Limited (HSEL) is the trading company of Harrow School. It is responsible for raising additional funds for the School through commercial activities such as events, filming, tours, weddings, educational courses, residential tenant groups and sports facilities hire. HSEL is also the head office for Harrow School Short Courses (HSSC), which is one of the leading providers of summer language courses for international students aged 8-17 yearsApplications will be processed as they are received and interviews may take place before the closing date, so early application is recommended.Equality, diversity and inclusion are values that are important to us at Harrow. We believe in diversity of thought and actively welcome everyone regardless of their background to bring their valuable and relevant skills to our community.The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with any past employer and the Disclosure and Barring Service, andit is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, amonth. Please plan accordingly.TPBN1_UKTJ

Speech & Language Therapist Location: Hounslow Contract: Permanent (Term Time + 2 Weeks) Salary: Equivalent to NHS HCAS Inner Bands 5 (£37,259) -7 (£63,176) depending on experience Start Date: ASAP Commutable From: Richmond, Hounslow, Ealing, Kingston, Feltham, Twickenham, Staines The Opportunity: Long Term Futures are seeking a passionate and experienced Speech & Language Therapist to join a well-established specialist provision supporting pupils aged 11-25 with a wide range of complex learning needs. The college provides highly personalised education through three specialist pathways focused on Vocational Learning, Life & Living Skills, and Engagement for Life. Students present with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and complex communication needs. Working alongside the Head of Therapy, you will play a key role in delivering and developing an on-site Speech & Language Therapy service, helping students develop communication, independence, and functional life skills to maximise their outcomes beyond education. Your Key Responsibilities: Deliver individual and group Speech & Language Therapy interventions tailored to student needs Complete specialist communication assessments and contribute to EHCP reviews Develop personalised communication programmes and therapy targets Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families, and external professionals Support students using a variety of communication methods, including AAC where appropriate Provide guidance and training to staff to embed communication strategies throughout the curriculum Support students with dysphagia awareness and appropriately refer to specialist services where required Maintain accurate clinical records, reports, and professional documentation Requirements: Degree in Speech & Language Therapy with HCPC registration and membership of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT) Minimum 2 years' experience working within a specialist school or college setting Experience supporting young people with Autism (ASC), SLD, PMLD, and complex communication needs Basic understanding of dysphagia and appropriate referral pathways Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills Passion for person-centred, multidisciplinary working Commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for young adults with additional needs Why Long Term Futures? A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout the recruitment process Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD opportunities Opportunity to work within a highly experienced multidisciplinary therapy team Access to excellent staff wellbeing initiatives and employee benefits Long-term career progression within a respected specialist education provider What's Next? Apply with your updated CV Have an introductory call with our team Get matched with the right specialist college Attend an interview and site visit * Start your new role with continued support from us SpeechAndLanguageTherapist|SaLT|HCPC|RCSLT|SpeechTherapy|LanguageTherapy|AAC|CommunicationNeeds|Dysphagia|Autism|ASD|SLD|PMLD|ComplexNeeds|FurtherEducation|SpecialistCollege|Post19|YoungAdults|Therapy|EHCP|MultidisciplinaryTeam|LifeSkills|VocationalLearning|SensoryNeeds|Hounslow|Sunbury|SpecialEducationalNeeds|TherapistJobsSpeechAndLanguageTherapist|SaLT|HCPC|RCSLT|SpeechTherapy|LanguageTherapy|AAC|CommunicationNeeds|Dysphagia|Autism|ASD|SLD|PMLD|ComplexNeeds|FurtherEducation|SpecialistCollege|Post19|YoungAdults|Therapy|EHCP|MultidisciplinaryTeam|LifeSkills|VocationalLearning|SensoryNeeds|Hounslow|Sunbury|SpecialEducationalNeeds|TherapistJobsSpeechAndLanguageTherapist|SaLT|HCPC|RCSLT|SpeechTherapy|LanguageTherapy|AAC|CommunicationNeeds|Dysphagia|Autism|ASD|SLD|PMLD|ComplexNeeds|FurtherEducation|SpecialistCollege|P Please submit your application via the application page. All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered. Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days. Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references

Head of Learning and Development Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 per annum Location: Hybrid, with national travel across Group schools and offices Working pattern: Full-time, Permanent, Year-round About the role We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Learning and Development to strategically lead and shape the learning and development function across our specialist education group, supporting schools and central teams nationwide. While experience within education, particularly in a senior leadership role such as Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher, would be beneficial, the most important requirement is demonstrable success in leading a similar Learning & Development function. Key Responsibilities · Lead and develop the Group’s learning, leadership and organisational development strategy, ensuring it supports organisational priorities and workforce capability. · Design and deliver talent management, succession planning and leadership development initiatives to strengthen capability and develop future leaders. · Oversee induction, apprenticeship and early career programmes, creating clear development pathways across schools and central teams. · Monitor, evaluate and continuously improve learning and development activity, ensuring quality, compliance and measurable impact. · Partner with school leaders and senior stakeholders to provide expert advice, drive organisational development and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. What We Are Looking For · Strong analytical and reporting capability with an evidence-based approach. · The ability to work autonomously, prioritising competing priorities and delivering high-quality outcomes at pace. · In depth knowledge of learning methodologies and organisation development practice. · A degree-level qualification, or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant field. · A recognised postgraduate qualification or professional certification in Learning and Development or Organisational Development. · Proven experience conducting training needs analyses and aligning learning activity to organisational priorities. · Excellent communication, facilitation and relationship-building skills. Desirable · Chartered CIPD membership. · ICF accreditation or a recognised coaching qualification. Why join the Kedleston Group? We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth and work-life balance, including: · Generous annual leave entitlement · Enhanced pension scheme options · Wellbeing and employee assistance support · Access to a wide range of staff discounts and benefits · Ongoing professional development opportunities About Us Kedleston Group is an independent provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. Our mission is to nurture confident and capable young people through therapeutic and holistic education, preparing them for their next steps in education, work and life. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure. We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. other1003

Sports Graduate Assistant School: Secondary school in Hayes, Hillingdon Salary Range: £19,500 to £21,500 per annum Role: Full Time/Term time Job Summary: A school in Hillingdon are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Sports Graduate Assistant to join the Sports and Physical Education Team. This role plays a vital part in supporting the delivery of Physical Education within our school. The successful candidate will work closely with our PE department to assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of PE lessons and activities. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the physical development and well-being of our students. Qualifications & Requirement: Degree preferred or GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in Physical Education or related subjects are desirable. Previous experience working in a school setting or with children and young adults is an advantage. Basic first aid and CPR certification is a plus. Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Enthusiasm for physical education and a passion for promoting the well-being of students. Subject to enhanced DBS check and Satisfactory References.Working Conditions: This is a full-time position, typically following the school's academic calendar. The role may require some physical activity, including participating in sports and physical education classes. Please note: There will be 50% of supporting general subjects across the school also. You will report to the Head of the PE Department.If you are interesting in finding out more about the role, contact Tiv at Veritas Education or Apply by submitting your CV for a call back! APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained You must have legal right to work in the UK You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

Head of Programmes - Specialist SEND Post-16 Education Location: Bradford/Halifax (Multi-Site) Salary: £44,000 - FTE (£38,428 Actual Salary) Contract: Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only (41 Weeks) A specialist Post-16 education provider is seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Programmes to lead the delivery of high-quality education and support across multiple specialist college campuses. This is an exciting opportunity for an established education leader who is committed to improving outcomes for young people with SEND and EHCPs while driving excellence in curriculum delivery, safeguarding, quality assurance, and student experience. The successful candidate will provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring programmes are delivered consistently, compliantly, and in line with the organisation's vision for inclusive education. The Role The Head of Programmes will oversee the leadership and development of specialist Post-16 study programmes across multiple campuses, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding, SEND provision, and student progression. Working closely with senior leaders, curriculum teams, families, Local Authorities, and external partners, the postholder will drive quality improvement, staff development, and positive student outcomes across all areas of provision. This role combines curriculum leadership, SEND management, safeguarding responsibility, o...

Head of Programmes - Specialist SEND Post-16 Education Location: Bradford/Halifax (Multi-Site)Salary: £44,000 - FTE (£38,428 Actual Salary)Contract: Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only (41 Weeks) A specialist Post-16 education provider is seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Programmes to lead the delivery of high-quality education and support across multiple specialist college campuses. This is an exciting opportunity for an established education leader who is committed to improving outcomes for young people with SEND and EHCPs while driving excellence in curriculum delivery, safeguarding, quality assurance, and student experience. The successful candidate will provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring programmes are delivered consistently, compliantly, and in line with the organisation's vision for inclusive education. The Role The Head of Programmes will oversee the leadership and development of specialist Post-16 study programmes across multiple campuses, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding, SEND provision, and student progression. Working closely with senior leaders, curriculum teams, families, Local Authorities, and external partners, the postholder will drive quality improvement, staff development, and positive student outcomes across all areas of provision. This role c...