Assistant Headteacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent support and development opportunities

Collaborative leadership team

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking an experienced Assistant Headteacher to join a specialist SEN school located in Croydon. In this key leadership role, you will support the strategic direction while ensuring high standards of behavior and engagement among pupils with additional needs.

The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in a SEN setting, a strong understanding of SEMH needs, and a commitment to inclusive practice. This role offers excellent professional support and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a SEN or similar setting.
• Strong understanding of social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• A commitment to high standards and inclusive practice.
• Ability to inspire and lead staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in day-to-day leadership.
• Drive teaching, learning, and curriculum development.
• Promote high expectations and continual training.
• Contribute to improvement planning for the school.

Skills

Leadership experience within a SEN setting

Understanding of SEMH and additional needs

Commitment to inclusive practice

Ability to inspire and lead staff

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Assistant Headteacher to join a specialist SEN school based in Croydon. This is a key leadership role within a supportive and forward‑thinking environment dedicated to improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs.

You will play a vital role in supporting the strategic direction of the school, leading on teaching and learning, and ensuring high standards of behaviour and engagement across the setting. The successful Assistant Headteacher will work closely with the senior leadership team to drive improvement and maintain a positive, inclusive culture.

This role is based in Croydon, offering the chance to work within a well‑established SEN school that places a strong emphasis on staff development, education and training, and pupil wellbeing. The school in Croydon is committed to delivering high‑quality education and training tailored to the needs of each learner.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in the day‑to‑day leadership of the school
• Lead on teaching, learning, and curriculum development
• Drive behaviour strategies and support staff in managing SEMH needs
• Contribute to whole‑school improvement planning
• Promote a culture of high expectations and continuous education and training

The ideal candidate for this role will have

• Proven leadership experience within a SEN or similar setting
• Strong understanding of SEMH and additional needs
• A commitment to inclusive practice and high standards
• The ability to inspire and lead staff effectively

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Headteacher looking to make a real impact in a rewarding SEN environment. The school is located in Croydon and offers excellent support, development opportunities, and a collaborative leadership team.

If you are an experienced Assistant Headteacher ready for your next challenge in Croydon, we would love to hear from you.