Assistant Headteacher - SEND - Interim

Assistant Headteacher – Special Educational Needs – Interim
Are you an Assistant Headteacher or Senior Leader who is available for a new interim challenge? This vibrant Birmingham special school is looking for an Assistant Headteacher with previous experience leading within a SEND school to support the leadership team for the remainder of the academic year.

This school specialises in providing an outstanding education for students who have autism as their primary diagnosis, and the Headteacher is happy to consider an Assistant Headteacher form either a primary or secondary background. This role requires an experienced Assistant Headteacher who loves working within special schools and helping children to thrive in education! Ideally you will have previous leadership experience within a setting that supports children with Autism, MLD, Communication Impairment, or physical disabilities.  If you are looking for a new interim leadership opportunity with special educational needs, apply today.
 
Job Role:

• Acting as an Assistant Headteacher with a focus on teaching and learning strategies.
• Supporting the Headteacher in the day-to-day running of the school.
• Leading and mentoring teaching assistants and classroom staff in your role as Assistant Headteacher.
• Working closely with the SENDCO to ensure that all pupils' learning needs are met.
• Developing and implementing Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs) as an Assistant Headteacher.
• Engaging with parents, carers, and external agencies to support pupil progress.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in a SEND setting.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Headteacher or in a leadership role within a SEND school.
• A strong understanding of moderate to severe learning needs and how to support them.
• The ability to motivate and support staff in your role as Assistant Headteacher.
• Experience in safeguarding and promoting pupil well-being.

In return, you will receive:

• A rewarding leadership role as an Assistant Headteacher in a supportive school.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• The chance to work in a well-resourced SEND setting.
• A competitive salary based on experience.
• The opportunity to make a significant difference as an Assistant Headteacher in a school that values inclusive education.

If you are an Assistant Headteacher looking for a new opportunity, apply now or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other Assistant Headteacher vacancies or refer a colleague and receive a fantastic referral bonus!

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.