Site Lead (Newmead Farm)

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Job Title: Site Lead (Newmead Farm)
Location: Newmead Farm, Maiden Bradley, Wiltshire BA12 7HJ
Hours: 40 per week Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm
Salary: From £39,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: April 2026
UK applicants only - no sponsorship available

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay .

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join !

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Site Lead to oversee the day to day running of Newmead Farm and ensure a safe, supportive and well organised learning environment for all pupils. As a visible and professional role model, you will lead staff, support pastoral and safeguarding systems, and work closely with the wider team to meet pupils' individual needs. This is a key leadership role that combines operational oversight, pupil support and strong teamwork across our school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations, ensuring high standards of pastoral care, safeguarding, attendance and wellbeing.
• Work with clinical staff, SENCO and teaching teams to ensure pupils' needs and EHCP requirements are met.
• Line manage staff, ensuring effective communication, consistent expectations and strong relationships with parents.
• Oversee site timetables, induction processes, safety plans, risk assessments and Health & Safety practices.
• Support behaviour, engagement and positive learning through mentoring, supervision and strong presence on site.
• Coordinate transitions, interventions and break time activities to enhance the pupil experience.
• Maintain accurate records, contribute to Local Authority reporting and support administrative processes.
• Produce reports for senior leaders and support the annual site development plan.
• Represent the site at leadership meetings and contribute to the development of school policies and procedures.

About You

• Experience of leading a team
• Understanding of child development and learning
• Broad understanding of educational issues
• Education to at least A level - desirable
• Full UK Driving Licence

About Us

Wessex Lodge School currently comprises of three sites: Wessex Lodge Primary School located in Kilmington, Wessex Lodge Secondary School located in Frome, and Newmead Farm, located in Maiden Bradley. All sites allow students the opportunity to explore the curriculum alongside a range of subject paths, including the likes of, animal care, horticulture, DT, and forest school, as well as sporting activities.

Our students are aged between 6 and 18 years old. Each student has individual needs and, supported by the THRIVE approach, through a proven range of practitioner-led services and our talented staff, we can help to improve life outcomes for every student.

The established staff team come from a variety of previous occupations and have a vast range of individual skills, which can be utilised, within this school. So, if you have an interest and/or qualifications in animal care, horticulture, construction, outdoor education, forestry or any other specific trade or hobby, we would love to hear from you!

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.