Headteacher

Lindon Bennett School is seeking an outstanding Headteacher to lead the school through a local authority proposed, exciting and ambitious expansion program, extending  our current primary provision into secondary education. Lindon Bennett is a specialist school for children with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties, some of whom also have autism. We currently cater for children aged 3 to 11 years, with 192 pupils across two sites.

Our school is widely recognised for its nurturing ethos, highly skilled staff, and unwavering commitment to meeting the complex needs of every child. This is a rare opportunity to combine strong, compassionate leadership with strategic vision, guiding a capital project and delivering lasting impact for children with special educational needs. You will build on a successful primary foundation, expanding the school’s provision and working closely with governors, staff, families, and partners to create a seamless, high-quality pathway from early years through to secondary education.

Our school is defined by a strong and inclusive culture, underpinned by clear values that guide everything we do.

We:

• Respect everyone in our school community and value their personal experiences• Collaborate to share ideas, knowledge and best practice
• Empower our staff through professional development
• Champion equity and inclusion so that every learner is inspired to be the best they can be
• Partner with families, recognising their vital role in learning outcomes

These principles shape our relationships, curriculum design, and expectations, ensuring that every pupil and staff member feels valued, motivated, and empowered to succeed.

As Headteacher, you will:

• Lead with purpose and integrity, ensuring every child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally• Develop pupils’ independence and confidence for life beyond school Inspire, develop, and empower a committed staff team through growth and change
• Plan and implement an ambitious, inclusive provision tailored to complex needs
• Foster strong partnerships with families, professionals, and the wider community We are looking for a leader who:
• Has a proven track record of successful leadership in special or inclusive education
• Can combine strategic vision with compassionate, values-driven leadership
• Lives and breathes our values, placing the child first while fostering positivity, excellence, and mutual support.

In return, we offer:

• The chance to lead a school at a pivotal stage of development• A supportive and ambitious governing body
• A dedicated, skilled, and passionate staff team across two sites
• A progressive Local Authority with strong collaborative partnerships across special, maintained, and academy schools
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people with severe and complex learning needs.

If you are a visionary leader motivated by impact, inclusion, and innovation, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Join us and help shape a new special school where the child always comes first, excellence is celebrated, and everyone is supported to flourish. Potential candidates for this role are strongly encouraged to visit the school.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please download the Recruitment Pack and Application Form. Completed application forms should be emailed to: Yvette Mayers, Head of Schools HR Traded Services at: yvette.mayers@hounslow.gov.uk 

All staff, volunteers and contractors have a responsibility and duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils. Staff must be aware of the systems within the School which support safeguarding and must act in accordance with the school’s Safeguarding & Child Protection policy and Code of Conduct. Staff will receive appropriate child protection training which is regularly updated.

Equal Opportunities

Lindon Bennett values diversity, inclusion and is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.