Head of Student Wellbeing, Safeguarding and Behaviour

Are you an authentic, empathetic, values driven and supportive leader? Do you have the passion and vision to develop, embed and grow a new role at an outstanding special school? Are you an experienced leader who is excited by the opportunity of leading an innovative, and integral offer, ensuring the best possible outcomes for health and wellbeing of the whole school?

We are seeking to appoint a Head of Student Wellbeing, Safeguarding and Behaviour, a newly created senior leadership role which will help shape the next chapter of our school’s development. This is an exceptional opportunity for an inspiring and values driven professional to lead whole school systems that keep our students safe, supported, regulated and ready to learn.

Ravenscliffe High School is an outstanding specialist school for students aged 11–19 with a wide range of complex learning, medical and physical needs. We are proud of our nurturing ethos, our strong community partnerships and our determination to give every young person the very best chance to thrive.

As an integral member of our Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership for:

• Safeguarding (as Lead DSL)
• Behaviour and positive behaviour support
• Wellbeing and pastoral care
• Therapeutic practice and multi‑agency collaboration

You will oversee, develop and strengthen the systems that protect and support our pupils, working closely with families, staff, external professionals and the wider community. This role is central to ensuring our learners feel safe, understood and valued and that they are equipped with the skills they need for adulthood.

As this is a brand new role, you will have the exciting opportunity to shape the strategic vision, develop services and build capacity across safeguarding, wellbeing, behaviour and therapeutic provision.

Who we’re looking for:

We welcome applications from candidates with leadership experience in social care, health and therapeutic services, youth justice or education.

You will be:

• A confident and compassionate leader.
• Skilled at managing complex situations and making sound decisions.
• A strong communicator who can motivate others and work collaboratively.
• Passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable young people.
• Emotionally resilient, reflective and committed to ongoing professional learning.