Lead Practitioner - Hull
Overview
Job Title: Lead Practitioner
Reports to: Head of School
Location: Hull
Working Hours: Full time
Salary: £39,000-£46,000 per annum
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking specialist school where you will play a key role in shaping outstanding teaching and learning while making a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people with SEND.
About Felix House School
Located in the heart of Hull, Felix House School is a specialist independent school providing bespoke education for children and young people aged 8–18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs based in Hull, we provide an ambitious, nurturing and highly personalised education designed around every pupil's individual strengths, interests and aspirations.
At Felix House School, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that young people learn best when they feel safe, understood and valued. Through trauma informed practice, positive relationships and high expectations, we empower pupils to overcome barriers, develop confidence and achieve success both academically and personally.
Our innovative curriculum combines academic learning with therapeutic support, personal development, life skills and enrichment opportunities, ensuring every pupil leaves us prepared for their next stage of education, employment or independent living. Small class sizes, specialist teaching, dedicated pastoral support and purpose built regulation spaces allow us to tailor learning to each individual while promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience and independence.
At Felix House School, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and collaborative culture where every member of staff is valued, supported and encouraged to grow professionally. We invest heavily in staff development, offering opportunities to lead, innovate and make a genuine impact on whole school improvement. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or looking to take the next step in your career, you'll be joining a passionate team committed to changing lives every day.
The Opportunity
Are you an exceptional classroom practitioner with a passion for improving teaching and learning across a school?
Felix House School is seeking an ambitious, inspirational and experienced Lead Practitioner to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding teacher who is ready to influence whole-school practice while continuing to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.
Working alongside the Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in raising standards, developing colleagues and driving school improvement. You will model exceptional teaching, lead professional development, coach staff and help ensure every pupil receives the highest quality education possible.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on developing others, enjoys leading innovation and is committed to ensuring that every child achieves their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
As Lead Practitioner, you will:
Model outstanding teaching and learning across the school.
Lead improvements in teaching, learning and curriculum delivery.
Coach, mentor and develop teachers and support staff.
Plan and deliver engaging, evidence informed CPD.
Carry out lesson observations and provide high quality developmental feedback.
Use assessment information to identify priorities and improve pupil outcomes.
Lead interventions that accelerate progress and improve achievement.
Support the Headteacher with school improvement planning and self-evaluation.
Develop innovative teaching strategies informed by educational research.
Promote inclusive practice, positive behaviour and high expectations.
Support curriculum development across the school.
Lead and contribute to whole school projects and initiatives.
Foster a culture of continuous professional learning and excellence.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
A relevant degree.
Significant successful teaching experience.
Experience of coaching or mentoring colleagues.
Outstanding classroom practice.
Strong understanding of SEND/SEMH and inclusive education.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Ability to motivate, inspire and influence others.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Desirable
Leadership experience within a school.
Experience leading CPD programmes.
Experience contributing to whole school improvement.
Knowledge of current educational research.
Experience of lesson observation and quality assurance.
Experience supporting curriculum development.
Personal Qualities
We're looking for someone who is:
Passionate about education and making a difference.
Inspirational and able to motivate others.
Calm, resilient and solution focused.
Creative and innovative.
Collaborative and approachable.
A strategic thinker with excellent problem solving skills.
Committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every pupil.
A positive role model who leads by example.
Dedicated to inclusion, equality and safeguarding.
What We Offer
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:
Competitive salary of £39,000–£46,000 per annum.
A supportive, approachable and ambitious leadership team.
Excellent opportunities for professional development and leadership progression.
The opportunity to shape teaching and learning across the whole school.
Small class sizes enabling high quality, personalised teaching.
A collaborative and innovative working environment.
Opportunities to lead whole school initiatives.
Employee wellbeing support.
Company pension scheme.
Free on site parking.
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people every day.
Safeguarding
Felix House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to:
Enhanced DBS clearance.
Satisfactory references.
Online searches in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Safer recruitment checks.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're an outstanding teacher who wants to inspire colleagues, shape exceptional practice and make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Felix House School and become part of a team where every day is an opportunity to transform lives through exceptional education.
Closing Date: 10th July 2026
Interview: W/C 13th July 2026
Start Date: January 2027 or earlier if possible.