Netherhall Mead is a highly
effective, well-resourced special school for pupils aged 4-19 years who have
severe and profound multiple learning difficulties. We are part of The
Mead Educational Trust (TMET), a growing partnership of primary, secondary and
special schools across the East Midlands, committed to ensuring every pupil
achieves their very best. As part of TMET, we benefit from a strong educational
network and high-quality professional development opportunities, because “together
we make a positive difference”.
At Netherhall Mead we are proud of our
warm inclusive community and are seeking to appoint an exceptional
individual with a proven track record of excellent classroom practice, who is child centered and believes wholly in our school values.
We are seeking an ambitious and energetic professional
with experience of leading teams, monitoring
teaching and learning, and with experience of successfully leading
improvement and raising standards. Our multi-cultural and diverse community is
highly valued by our families and staff and as a school we expect everyone to
actively contribute to and promote our strong, positive culture.
If you are a dynamic and inspirational leader with the passion to
grow and develop in the role, if you have a thorough knowledge of all key
stages and the ambition and desire to play a major role in the leadership and growth
of our school then we would love to hear from you.
In order to apply, please complete
the application form and submit with a covering letter.
Closing date: Monday, 20th April at 9.00am
Interview date : Friday, 1st May 2026
Interested applicants are
strongly encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement before application.
The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure
via the DBS check. Applicants will also be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include a declaration that neither
they, nor anyone who lives in the same
household, is a disqualified person
under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018 as well as other necessary
checks. Online checks will also be carried
out on shortlisted candidates in line with KCSIE recommendations.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, such as an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. Applicants who will be undertaking early and/or later years childcare (or the management of such childcare) will be required to complete a declaration that neither they, nor anyone who lives in the same household, is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018.