Head of School
Stocklake Park Community School, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1DP12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
5 May 2026
Closing date
17 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
5 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- L16-L20
Head of School job summary
Inspire - Enable - Achieve
Interviews: Thursday 28th May 2026
The Vale Federation is seeking an inspirational and strategic Head of School to lead Stocklake Park School, our secondary special school with 102 students on roll.The school works closely within the Federation alongside Booker Park School (Primary). The post holder will work under the direction of the Federation Principal, supported by central Federation services including HR, finance and estates.
The Role
The Head of School will provide day‑to‑day leadership and management, securing high‑quality teaching, strong outcomes and positive experiences for pupils with SLD and PMLD. You will lead staff, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safeguarding, inclusion and wellbeing remain central to all aspects of school life.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage senior and middle leaders, promoting a positive and professional culture
Secure high‑quality teaching and learning through effective monitoring, support and challenge
Lead curriculum, assessment and personal development across the school
Use data and self‑evaluation to drive school improvement
Build strong partnerships with parents, governors, external agencies and the wider community
Line manage key staff, including the Family Support Officer, with oversight of attendance and family engagement
Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Support staff development, wellbeing and succession planning
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Qualified Teacher Status and leadership experience within an SEN setting
Strong knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice, particularly SLD/PMLD
A proven ability to inspire, motivate and develop staff
Excellent communication, organisational and data‑analysis skills
A warm, approachable leadership style with high expectations
A clear commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing
(NPQH desirable)
We Offer:
A small, inclusive school within a supportive Federation
Centralised business, HR and finance support
Ongoing professional support from the Federation Principal
A strong Health and Wellbeing programme
Other Benefits include:
Free onsite parking
Large staffroom with resourced kitchen with complimentary hot and cold beverages
Employer contribution pension scheme, with Life Cover
Access to employee benefits including discounts on travel and purchases from local shops, cafes and restaurants
24 hour free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Annual Flu Vaccination
Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Lisa Snook (HR Officer)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we appoint an appropriate candidate
If you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date you must assume that your application has, on this occasion, been unsuccessful
The above post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Vale Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide two satisfactory references, undertake pre-employment checks including a health check and have a cleared Enhanced Disclosure & Barring check. An online search (including social media) will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Stocklake Park Community School
- School type
- Special schools, ages 11 to 19
- School size
- 105 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Stocklake Park Community School website
Part of the Vale Federation of Schools, Stocklake Park Secondary School is a special school which caters for students who have moderate to severe learning difficulties. There are currently 100 students at the main site. The school follows a primary model and is designed to meet individual educational needs and develop social and personal skills. The curriculum is organised to give students the opportunity to experience and explore different subjects. We provide high quality education and care and students have access to a range of therapies, multi-agency professionals and a team of therapists who support students’ needs. We offer an excellent training package for staff together with a fantastic opportunity to become part of an innovative and forward thinking team who are providing a therapeutic and unique learning environment for its pupils. All students have access to swimming at our primary site, a rebound centre and purpose built outdoor spaces including a MUGA (multi use games area) and playground equipment. We are close to bus and train links and on-site parking is available for staff.
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