Location
London Borough of Barnet, Edgware (HA8 0AD)

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Leadership Pay Range (Outer London) L16-L20

About the Role
Northgate School is a local authority-maintained pupil referral unit based at Edgware Community Hospital, supporting young people aged 13 to 19 with mental health challenges who are unable to access mainstream education. The school also provides educational services to the Beacon Centre, a Tier 4 adolescent CAMHS inpatient and day unit. Each young person follows a personalised curriculum designed to help them re-engage with learning and progress positively.

This permanent leadership role offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of education and mental health within a genuinely outstanding, warm, and therapeutic environment. The successful candidate will join a supportive Headteacher and an expert, caring staff team, with access to high-quality professional development and a clear leadership pathway.

Experience
An ambitious senior or middle leader ready to step up, or an experienced deputy seeking a uniquely rewarding role. A strong practitioner with a proven track record of improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.

About you
Confidence to take on, or develop into, the designated roles of SENCO, DSL, Designated Teacher, and Exams Officer (training and support provided where needed). A deep commitment to safeguarding, with the warmth, resilience, and organisation these responsibilities demand. Ability to work closely with a multi-disciplinary team and health, social care, and mainstream partners.

Qualifications
Relevant leadership experience and qualifications appropriate to the role. Commitment to ongoing professional development and safeguarding standards.