Headteacher

Headteacher – Aurora Coalville School
Location: Coalville, Leicestershire
Contract Type: Permanent, full-time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £86,803 - £95,735 (L22 - L26) per annum, depending on qualifications and experience
Start date: As early as April 2026 or thereafter

Advert closing date: Wednesday, 22nd April 2026 at 12pm; interviews scheduled for Wednesday, 29th April 2026, venue to be confirmed.

Aurora Coalville School is set to welcome its first students in late 2026, and we are seeking an outstanding Headteacher to guide and develop this innovative educational facility. This is a unique chance to be involved in a truly transformative initiative.

Aurora Coalville will serve as a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious center for children and young people aged 5–19 who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and Communication and Interaction challenges. With a capacity to accommodate 120 students across three sites, our goal is to cultivate a safe, enriching, and aspirational environment where every learner can succeed.

The role:
In your capacity as Headteacher, you will collaborate closely with our central teams and senior leadership to establish the foundation of our new school, imprinting your vision on the ethos, culture, and strategic direction from the outset.

You will play a crucial role in recruiting and assembling your entire team, as well as designing and implementing a new curriculum that aligns with the core values of Aurora.

As with all Headteacher roles, you will ultimately hold accountability for the operational and educational performance of the school, alongside financial management and oversight of educational and support staff.

To excel in this position, you should be someone who fosters creativity and collaboration, possesses strong leadership skills, and is a passionate advocate for your students, with a proven history of school improvements and effective educational outcomes that positively impact each student.

This is an exciting time to join Aurora, presenting a distinct career opportunity to shape our expanding services.

Skills and Qualifications
Ideal candidates will likely possess the following:
- Qualified Teacher Status with an additional professional qualification in a relevant field. Candidates with Headteacher qualifications (such as NPQH) or a willingness to pursue such qualifications are preferred.
- Experience in a senior leadership role within a Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting.
- A comprehensive understanding of Ofsted frameworks and safeguarding legislation as they pertain to independent schools.
- Background in quality assurance.
- Experience in team management.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits and Additional Information
What’s in store for you at Aurora?
We prioritize supporting you just as we prioritize the children and young people entrusted to us. Here’s a glimpse of the wonderful benefits we offer:

📚 Grow with Us – Training & Development
At Aurora, the learning never stops! We provide an array of training programs and career development opportunities to help you enhance your skills and achieve your aspirations.

💸 Save Money on Everyday Essentials
In light of the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app enables you to make your money go further:
- Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet services, dining out, gym memberships, and more.
- Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme.

📱 Access to Wagestream – a financial wellbeing app that allows you to track earnings, save, obtain expert financial advice, and even access part of your pay early if necessary.

💰 Competitive Pay & Reward
We consistently review our pay and benefits to ensure they are competitive. You’ll benefit from:
- Enhanced Annual Leave
- Company Sick Pay
- Enhanced Pension
- Life Assurance

🩺 24/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household
Need to see a doctor? No problem. You can book a phone or video consultation anytime, day or night, and this service extends to everyone in your household.

🦷 UK Health Cash Plan
This plan covers everyday healthcare expenses, including dental and optician costs. Both you and your children are included, and you can upgrade to add your partner as well!

🧠 Employee Assistance Programme
Your wellbeing is important to us. Access confidential support on various topics, including:
- Freephone counselling (available 24/7)
- Online tools and resources

👯‍♀️ Refer a Friend – Earn £1,000!
If you know someone who would excel in this role, refer them and receive a reward! (*Terms apply)

How to apply:
You can submit your application online by completing our application form. For further details regarding this position, please reach out to kirsty.wilkinson@theauroragroup.co.uk.

Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, allowing the Aurora Group to request that job applicants disclose all convictions and cautions (including those that are "spent" unless "protected" under the DBS filtering guidelines) to evaluate their suitability for working with children and young adults.

The Aurora Group is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is recognized as a disability confident and equal opportunity employer.

Please be aware that this advertisement may be withdrawn at any time without notice if the position is filled.

Note that shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search.