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Headteacher - Spa Camberwell

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Headteacher - Spa Camberwell

Salary range: L24 to L29 Inner London (currently £100,951 to £112,823)

Location: Camberwell, London

Employer: Spa Education Trust

Responsible to: The Executive Headteacher

Contract type: Full time

Contract term: Permanent

Job starts: April or September

Applications must complete the application form

Spa School Camberwell is a special school for autistic pupils aged 4-16. The school opened in 2020 and has grown year on year. Owing to our reputation and success, the school is now at full capacity with classes in all key stages.

Our pupils are happy, safe and healthy. They make great progress and there is a strong focus on learning. Our staff are committed to making sure all our pupils have the best opportunities in everything we offer. They are committed to professional development and are well supported.

The Trust is now seeking to appoint an inspirational Headteacher to lead the school forward in the next stages of development. This is a unique leadership opportunity to build on the excellent foundations already in place.

The successful candidate will:

  • have a clear vision and strategy for the development of the school

  • have outstanding senior leadership experience in a special school

  • have an excellent understanding of the high-quality autism education

  • demonstrate a commitment to our vision

  • be committed to offering the best opportunities for our pupils and their families

  • have the skills to inspire and motivate pupils, families, staff and the broader school community

Applicants for the post must have senior leadership experience in special education.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged prior to application on either Wednesday 28th January at 9.30am or Wednesday 28th January at 4.30pm. Please email our HR Manager at recruitment@spa-education.org to make an appointment.

Completed application forms, including personal statements, must be sent to: recruitment@spa-education.org on or before noon on Monday 2nd February 2026. Interviews will take place on Thursday 12th February 2026.

Please also refer to the How to Apply section of the candidate pack.

The Trust recognises the importance of this role and will actively offer long term support, encouragement, CPD and realistic challenge to the successful candidate.

We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity or religion.

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Spa Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are made subject to a completed application form, satisfactory references, and an enhanced DBS check. Social media and public media checks will also be carried out for applicants prior to interview.

Teachers

Inner London TPS plus SEN point

Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity?

Are you ready to join our outstanding team?

Spa Camberwell provides outstanding education for autistic pupils aged 4 – 16.

We are recruiting teachers for our special school. We are particularly seeking teachers for our Key Stage and Foundation Stage classes. You will lead a class team and teach a class of 8-10 pupils.

Our school has a supportive and friendly ethos, a great environment, and a high quality of teaching and learning. You will access excellent training and professional development.

You do not need to have taught in a special school before as we offer great training and support. You do need a strong interest in SEND. Mainstream primary teachers are especially encouraged to apply.

For further information about the posts please telephone Spa Camberwell on 020 3434 5210.

You must complete a Spa Education Trust Application form which can be submitted by e-mail to: recruitment@spa-education.org

The closing date for applications is 12.00pm on Monday 2nd February 2026.

Interviews will be held during week commencing 9th February 2026

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Spa Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are made subject to a completed application form, satisfactory references, and an enhanced DBS check. Social media and public media checks will also be carried out for applicants prior to interview.