Assistant Head Teacher

Qualiteach Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Greater London is looking for an Assistant Headteacher to join their SEMH school. The role is full-time and permanent, focusing on leading pastoral support and improving outcomes for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The ideal candidate will have strong behaviour management and pastoral leadership experience. This position is critical in enhancing educational strategies and ensuring a nurturing environment for secondary-aged pupils.

Qualifications

• Strong behaviour and pastoral leadership experience.
• Confident in supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
• Resilient and strategic mindset essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher with strategic direction.
• Lead on pastoral provision and behaviour strategies.
• Improve outcomes for pupils with SEMH needs.

Skills

Behaviour management

Pastoral leadership

Support for SEMH

Strategic planning

Resilience

Job description

Overview

Assistant Headteacher - SEMH School - Brent - ASAP Start

• Assistant Headteacher - SEMH - based in Brent
• Assistant Headteacher - full-time, permanent position
• Assistant Headteacher - strong behaviour and pastoral leadership experience
• Assistant Headteacher - confident supporting pupils with SEMH
• Assistant Headteacher - resilient, strategic and hands-on

Responsibilities

• You will support the Headteacher with the strategic direction of the school, behaviour management systems, safeguarding and staff development.
• You will lead on pastoral provision, supporting staff with behaviour strategies and ensuring pupils receive consistent, high-quality support.
• You will play a key role in improving outcomes for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

The School

This SEMH school in Brent supports secondary-aged pupils who require a structured, nurturing environment. The school has a strong leadership team, clear behaviour systems and a commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.