Headteacher

Headteacher
Elements Academy
Ethos Academy Trust

Salary: Up to L29
Contract: Full time, permanent
Location: Elements Academy, Rotherham (with leadership responsibility for Elevate, Herringthorpe)
Start date: September 2026

Ethos Academy Trust is seeking an inspirational Headteacher to lead Elements Academy and its Elevate provision.

This is a rare chance to shape a growing special school that supports children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs across Key Stages 2-4.

Elements Academy opened in 2022 and now provides 170 places for pupils with EHCPs. The school is built on nurture principles. Staff offer personalised teaching, targeted pastoral support and a curriculum designed to build resilience, confidence and ambition. Elevate, our new KS4 provision, expands this mission with a tailored pathway that prepares students for adulthood.

You will join a Trust with a strong track record of improving life chances for vulnerable pupils. Our academies are welcoming, calm and purposeful. We set high expectations. We collaborate closely across schools. Professional development is part of our culture and many colleagues have progressed into senior roles through Trust support.

We are looking for a leader with drive, clarity and moral purpose. Someone who will set ambitious standards for staff and pupils. Someone who has the strategic grip, professional credibility and personal warmth to create a thriving school community. You will build strong relationships, raise achievement, secure excellent teaching and ensure pupils have a rich, positive school experience.

You will work closely with the CEO, Trust Executive Team and Board of Trustees to deliver our shared vision. You will lead school improvement with precision and pace. You will champion strong safeguarding practice and promote a culture where pupils feel safe, respected and valued.

Above all, you will believe in the power of education to transform lives.

For an informal, confidential conversation about the role, please contact Jenna Everett at Satis Education on or email .

Closing date: Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 9:00am
Remote tasks: Monday 2 February 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 3 February 2026

Site visits are welcome:

• Wednesday 7 January, 1.30pm-4pm

• Wednesday 14 January, 9am-12pm

Please book via Jenna Everett- visits cannot be accommodated without a booking.

Apply online via:

Safeguarding
Ethos Academy Trust and Satis Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check (including Children's Barred List), online search and full employment references. Applicants must disclose all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including spent convictions, under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Equality and Diversity
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be made where needed.