Deputy Headteacher

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Park Central; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Professional development

Impact on pupils

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Deputy Headteacher for a SEND school to provide strategic leadership, foster inclusion and raise pupil outcomes.

You will lead safeguarding, staff development and engagement with families and external agencies, shaping the school's long-term vision and ensuring outstanding education for every pupil.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven leadership and school improvement experience
• Strong knowledge of SEND, inclusion and adaptive teaching strategies
• Ability to inspire, motivate and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• Strategic thinking with strong operational leadership
• Experience in specialist education, SEND or SEMH is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Leading whole-school teaching, safeguarding and inclusion
• Raising standards and improving pupil outcomes
• Coaching, mentoring and developing staff at all levels
• Supporting safeguarding, wellbeing and attendance across the school
• Building positive relationships with families, external agencies and community partners
• Contributing to the school's long-term strategic vision and growth

Skills

QTS

Leadership

SEND knowledge

Inclusion

Stakeholder management

Communication

Safeguarding

Strategic thinking

Staff development

Job description

Deputy Headteacher – SEND School

Salary: £58,400 to £65,000 per annum

Contract: Full Time | Permanent | Birmingham

The Role

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A successful track record of leadership and school improvement
• Strong knowledge of SEND, inclusion and adaptive teaching strategies
• The ability to inspire, motivate and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Strategic thinking combined with strong operational leadership
• Experience within specialist education, SEND, or SEMH settings would be advantageous

Duties

You will play a key strategic role in:

• Leading whole-school teaching, safeguarding, and inclusion
• Raising standards and improving pupil outcomes
• Coaching, mentoring and developing staff at all levels
• Supporting safeguarding, wellbeing and attendance across the school
• Building positive relationships with families, external agencies and community partners
• Contributing to the school's long-term strategic vision and growth

Benefits

In return, you will benefit from:

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• The chance to help shape a growing and ambitious school
• A rewarding role with real impact on pupils, families and staff
• A competitive leadership salary package with opportunity for further progression

Safeguarding and Vetting

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and relevant safeguarding checks.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Applications are welcomed from leaders who share our commitment to inclusion, ambition and excellence for every child.

This position offers significant leadership responsibility and is ideal for an experienced AHT or DHT looking to further develop their career within specialist education.

You may already be a Deputy Headteacher seeking a new challenge, or an experienced Assistant Headteacher ready to take the next step.