Assistant Headteacher — SEN School Leader (4-Day Week)

The Holden School; Plank Lane; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent specialist school in the UK is seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher. The successful candidate will lead in delivering personalised learning pathways for pupils with special educational needs, champion safeguarding, and support staff development. With a salary of up to £50,000 and a permanent contract, this role offers an opportunity to shape the school's vision and drive continuous improvement. Benefits include a pension scheme, mental health support services, and flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is required.
• Must possess a degree-level education or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience in educational settings.
• Experience working within an SEN environment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership to a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with leadership to shape vision, aims, and objectives.
• Champion safeguarding, inclusion, and pupil voice.
• Lead development of individualised learning programmes for SEN pupils.
• Support staff development and wellbeing.
• Drive school improvement and long-term success.

Skills

Leadership experience

Experience in SEN environment

Collaboration skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree‑level education

Job description

An independent specialist school in the UK is seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher. The successful candidate will lead in delivering personalised learning pathways for pupils with special educational needs, champion safeguarding, and support staff development. With a salary of up to £50,000 and a permanent contract, this role offers an opportunity to shape the school's vision and drive continuous improvement. Benefits include a pension scheme, mental health support services, and flexibility in working hours.