Assistant Headteacher

Interim Assistant Headteacher – Specialist SEN School

Location: Berkshire

Contract: Interim / Temporary

Position: Assistant Headteacher

Start: ASAP

Sector: Specialist Education – SEN / SEMH

SENCare Recruitment is currently working with a specialist school in Berkshire that is seeking an experienced Interim Assistant Headteacher to join its senior leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior leader who can step into an established specialist setting, provide immediate leadership support and help maintain high standards of education, behaviour, safeguarding and pastoral care.

The school supports children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, so previous experience within a specialist, alternative provision or similar complex-needs environment would be highly advantageous.

The Role

As Interim Assistant Headteacher, you will work closely with the Headteacher and wider senior leadership team to support the effective day-to-day running of the school.

Key responsibilities may include

Supporting the Headteacher with the strategic and operational leadership of the school

Providing visible and effective leadership to teaching and support staff

Supporting high standards of teaching, learning and pupil outcomes

Leading and supporting behaviour, pastoral and safeguarding practices

Supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH and additional or complex needs

Monitoring standards and contributing to school improvement priorities

Coaching, supporting and providing direction to staff

Working collaboratively with parents, carers and external professionals

Ensuring policies and procedures are implemented consistently across the school

Supporting preparations for inspections and quality assurance where required

Deputising for senior leaders when necessary

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an experienced education professional who can quickly establish themselves as a confident and credible member of the senior leadership team.

You will ideally have:

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Previous experience within a senior leadership position, ideally Assistant Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher or equivalent

Strong experience working with SEN and/or SEMH pupils

Experience within a specialist school, alternative provision or complex-needs setting

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and behaviour management

A good understanding of school improvement, teaching and learning and quality assurance

The ability to lead, motivate and support multidisciplinary teams

A calm, resilient and solution-focused approach

The ability to quickly understand an established school's needs and provide effective leadership from day one

About SENCare Recruitment

SENCare Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to the SEN and SEMH education sector. We work with specialist schools, alternative provisions and education services across the UK, providing experienced teachers, support staff, therapists and senior leaders.

If you are an experienced Assistant Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher or senior SEN/SEMH leader who is available for an interim assignment in Berkshire, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today for further information and a confidential discussion about the position