Deputy Headteacher: SEND & Safeguarding Leader

Senploy; Battle; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Job summary

ISP Battle School in East Sussex is seeking an inspirational Deputy Headteacher with QTS and SEND experience to lead safeguarding, behaviour and curriculum development. You will drive inclusive teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4 while supporting vulnerable pupils and collaborating with parents, staff and external professionals.

Join a compassionate, therapeutic education team committed to high standards, safeguarding, and continuous improvement within a supportive school ethos and Polaris

Qualifications

• QTS with SEND experience required.
• Experience delivering a high-quality SEND-focused curriculum.
• Proven senior or middle leadership experience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Adaptable and proactive; able to implement school values.
• Experience leading and managing teams in a therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

• Champion safeguarding culture and staff compliance with statutory requirements.
• Lead behaviour and attendance strategically using data-driven insights.
• Ensure high-quality, inclusive teaching for SEND learners.
• Assess, monitor and report pupil progress and achievements.
• Prepare pupils for external examinations and certifications.
• Contribute to whole-school strategy, curriculum development and policies.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external partners to secure outcomes.
• Foster a therapeutic approach to behaviour and wellbeing.
• Support staff development and drive continuous improvement.
• Work with Polaris Community leaders to align with our ethos.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Adaptive mindset

Strategic planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with SEND experience

Job description

ISP Battle School in East Sussex is seeking an inspirational Deputy Headteacher with QTS and SEND experience to lead safeguarding, behaviour and curriculum development. You will drive inclusive teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4 while supporting vulnerable pupils and collaborating with parents, staff and external professionals.

Join a compassionate, therapeutic education team committed to high standards, safeguarding, and continuous improvement within a supportive school ethos and Polaris