Headteacher - Stony Dean School

Buckinghamshire Council; Chesham Bois; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

An exciting opportunity to lead an ‘inspirational’ special needs school in Amersham.

Stony Dean School is a vibrant and inclusive school committed to providing exceptional, research informed education and pastoral care to students with special needs.

Our dedicated team works tirelessly to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. We have 213 students aged 11-19 most of whom have Autism Spectrum Condition as their primary diagnosis.

Salary: Band 6 - Leadership range L21-L35
Start date: September 2025

Stony Dean School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An offer of appointment is subject to satisfactory references, Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service), PO (Prohibition Order) checks, social media checks and medical clearance.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

1. All unspent cautions and convictions cautions

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure form and return it prior to the interview.