Head of School - Speke

Head of School – Bank View School Speke Site

The Governors of Bank View School are seeking to appoint an exceptional and

inspirational Head of School to lead our Speke site, working under the direction of the

Principal. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader to shape the future of our

complex, and severe learning difficulties.

About Bank View School

Bank View School is at a pivotal stage of development, having expanded to a third site

in the south of Liverpool. We are proud of our Outstanding OFSTED rating (September

2024), which described us as “an exceptional school where pupils achieve their dreams

and ambitions.” We hold several prestigious quality marks, including:

• National Autistic Society Charter Mark
• OPAL Platinum School Status
• Gold Reading Quality Mark
• Silver Rights Respecting Schools Award (progressing toward Gold)
• Rainbow Flag Award
• Parent Partnership Award

At Bank View, we are committed to:

• Creating a safe, happy environment, prioritising mental health and well-being
• Working together as a community, growing with a shared purpose
• Delivering an engaging and personalised curriculum, celebrating personal

• Fostering a positive mindset – “You can, I can, We can”
• Having high expectations tailored to each student’s unique potential
• Embracing diversity and inclusion, ensuring every individual is valued

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Build a senior leadership team capable of leading the school sustainably into

• Lead by example, demonstrating flexibility, integrity, and creativity in shaping a

• Inspire confidence in others, managing the complexity of day-to-day provision
• The Head of School will be an outward-facing leader, proactively engaging with

the latest evidence-based research and innovative strategies that enhance

personal development and learning, ensuring these insights shape and

• Develop a rich, well-planned curriculum, supporting students to overcome

• Champion personalised interventions, fostering students’ confidence and

• Bring expertise in nurture and trauma-informed practice, ensuring a

• Demonstrate agile leadership and strong emotional intelligence, working

• Understand the safeguarding duties required in special school settings

• A key leadership role within a supportive and visionary team
• A warm, welcoming school community with engaged and enthusiastic learners
• A dedicated and skilled staff passionate about inclusive education
• Opportunities for professional development within an expanding and

• A school rated Outstanding by OFSTED, celebrated for its respectful and

aspirational ethos

Next Steps

Visits to the school are essential. Please contact Helen Evans, HR Manager, at

recruitment@bankview.liverpool.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

Location: Speke, Liverpool