Deputy Headteacher. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Sencare Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Headteacher for a secondary special school in West Drayton. The role involves supporting the Headteacher, leading safeguarding initiatives, and developing curriculum options for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to high educational standards.

Qualifications

• Experienced leader passionate about achieving high standards for pupils and staff.
• Demonstrates high levels of professionalism and resilience.
• Innovative and able to communicate a strong ethos and vision.

Responsibilities

• Lead role in safeguarding and child protection.
• Develop alternative curriculum options and support students in need.
• Analyze school data to improve student performance.
• Lead on key projects contributing to the school's vision.

Skills

Leadership experience

Passion for education

Ability to inspire

Strong communication skills

Job description

Deputy Headteacher – West Drayton – Full Time – 5 Days a Week

SENCare Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Deputy Headteacher to work for an Alternative Provision based in West Drayton.

About us

SENCare Recruitment is a niche recruitment agency that provides Special Educational Needs (SEN) professionals for SEN schools, mainstream schools, residential care homes and 1-1 home support through local authorities, across the UK. We offer short/long term placements on a temporary and permanent basis for specialist SEN teachers, teaching assistants, support workers, social workers, VI/HI practitioners and mid-day meal supervisors.

Job details

Job title: Deputy Headteacher

Start: ASAP

Hours: 8:15am-4:30pm, Mon‑Fri

This is a secondary special school for students with social, emotional and mental health needs in the London Borough of Hillingdon.

This role consists in supporting the Headteacher in formulating school aims, developing the school improvement plan, and managing staff and resources.

Key attributes

• An experienced leader, passionate about education
• Dedicated to achieving the highest possible standards and outcomes for pupils and staff
• Someone with high levels of resilience and character
• A key role model who demonstrates high levels of professionalism at all times
• Able to inspire staff and pupils to deliver the highest quality teaching and learning

The ideal candidate will

• Innovative and able to communicate a strong ethos and vision
• Committed to understanding behaviour and working in partnership with parents, carers and agencies to help children manage themselves and maximise their potential
• Dynamic, energetic and innovative; keen to build on the strong ethos the school already has and position it to meet the demands of the future

Main duties

• Safeguarding and welfare: Take a lead role in safeguarding, child protection, and other health and safety procedures. This includes managing attendance and transition programs.
• Student support and curriculum: Work with staff to develop alternative curriculum options, vocational provision, and work experience to meet students' individual needs. Support students who have experienced trauma or other barriers to education to engage, heal, and succeed.
• Data and performance: Analyze school data to identify trends in student progress and disaffection, and implement strategies to address these issues.
• Strategic development: Lead on key projects and initiatives, and contribute to the overall vision and direction of the school.

If you feel this would be the ideal vacancy for you, then please apply below or contact our team direct and ask for Luke Recruitment.

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