# Occupation profile — special educational needs head teacher

- **ESCO URI:** http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/13e30c08-8834-4e4f-b6f9-89fffed4e310
- **ESCO code:** 1345.1.9
- **ISCO-08 group:** 1345 — Education managers

## Description (ESCO)

Special educational needs head teachers manage the day-to-day activities of a special education school. They supervise and support staff, as well as research and introduce programs that provide the necessary assistance for students with physical, mental or learning disabilities. They may make decisions concerning admissions, are responsible for meeting curriculum standards and ensure the school meets the national education requirements set by law. Special educational needs head teachers also manage the school's budget and are responsible for maximising the reception of subsidies and grants. They also review and adopt their policies in accordance to current research conducted in the special needs assessment field.

## Definition

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## Alternative labels

- head teacher of special educational needs school
- director of special educational needs school
- special educational needs school director
- inclusive education principal
- special educational needs headteacher
- headteacher of special educational needs school
- special educational needs headmaster
- SEN head teacher
- head teacher in special educational needs