Deputy Headteacher

Integrity Education Solutions Limited; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Deputy Headteacher for a new specialist SEN & SEMH school in the Lancashire/Yorkshire area. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a trauma-informed educational setting, focusing on inclusion and safeguarding for vulnerable children. The successful candidate will support the Headteacher in all aspects of leadership, ensuring high-quality education and compliance with SEND legislation. Benefits include private medical insurance, pension scheme, and extensive leadership support.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

NEST pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card discount scheme eligibility

Extensive senior leadership support

Fully funded CPD and leadership development

Supportive and collaborative working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience within a SEN or similar provision.
• Proven understanding of SEND legislation and effective classroom practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership alongside the Headteacher for high-quality education.
• Oversee safeguarding as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Lead on admissions, transitions, and EHCP annual reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Motivation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

National Award for SEN Coordination

Job description

Integrity Education Solutions are supporting the recruitment of a Deputy Headteacher for a new and innovative specialist SEN & SEMH school opening in the Lancashire/Yorkshire area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and ambitious leader to play a vital role in shaping the future of a trauma-informed, therapeutic education setting. If you re passionate about inclusion, safeguarding, and educational excellence for vulnerable children, we want to hear from you.

As Deputy Headteacher (with SENCo and Looked After Children responsibility), you will support the Headteacher in all aspects of school leadership, including curriculum development, safeguarding, quality assurance, and team management. You ll also act as Person in Charge in the Headteacher s absence and lead day-to-day operations when needed.

This independent specialist SEN school, backed by a highly regarded children s home provider, will cater to pupils aged with SEMH needs. As part of a wider mission to raise the standard of care and education for children with complex needs, this is a chance to join the school at its early growth stage and influence its culture and success from the outset. Future opportunities for multi-site leadership will be available as the school expands.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic leadership alongside the Headteacher to ensure high-quality education and outstanding pupil outcomes
• Lead on admissions, transitions, and EHCP annual reviews in collaboration with local authorities
• Take responsibility for the effective SEN provision and compliance with the SEND Code of Practice
• Be the named contact for Looked After Children and liaise with external professionals and agencies
• Oversee safeguarding as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and ensure all protocols align with Keeping Children Safe in Education
• Support whole-school curriculum development, staff training, and quality assurance systems
• Lead on statutory inspections including Ofsted readiness and Independent School Standards compliance
• Play a visible and active role in school life and culture

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
• National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to work toward it)
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience within a SEN or similar provision
• Proven understanding of SEND legislation and effective classroom practice
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and lead a diverse staff team
• Experience working with Looked After Children (LAC)
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

BENEFITS OFFERED:

• Private medical insurance
• NEST pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card discount scheme eligibility
• Extensive senior leadership support
• Fully funded CPD and leadership development
• A supportive and collaborative working culture

Salary offered: GBP45,000 - GBP50,000

If this role interests you, please contact Kenny Fraser at Integrity Education Solutions.

Integrity Education Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all candidates to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.