Head of School

Lead with ambition. Transform lives. Shape the future of autistic education. At The Rise School, we believe every autistic young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, achieve and live a fulfilling life. As part of Ambitious about Autism Schools Trust, we are proud to deliver an exceptional specialist education that places autistic learners at the heart of everything we do. Due to the retirement of our current postholder, we are now seeking an outstanding and inspirational Head of School to lead The Rise School into its next exciting chapter. This is more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to be part of both the MAT but also AaA and an exciting opportunity to shape a school where innovation, inclusion and high aspirations come together to create life-changing outcomes for autistic children and young people. You will have an opportunity to work with and alongside our Director of Education, Executive Headteacher, Governing Body, Trustees and the wider Ambitious about Autism central teams, & Ambitious about Autism Schools Trust. You will provide strategic leadership that ensures every learner, every member of staff and every family experiences excellence and as Head of School, you will: Lead the strategic and operational direction of The Rise School, embedding our vision, values and ambitious culture across every aspect of school life. Inspire, develop and empower a talented leadership team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Champion exceptional teaching, learning and assessment, ensuring every learner receives a high-quality, personalised education that enables them to flourish. Drive school improvement through evidence-informed practice, rigorous self-evaluation and an unwavering commitment to outstanding outcomes. Build strong relationships with families, governors, colleagues and external partners, acting as an inspiring ambassador for The Rise School and Ambitious about Autism Schools Trust. Ensure the h