Deputy Headteachers

Education Experts; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking experienced SEND specialist Deputy Headteachers for interim senior leadership roles across alternative provision schools in the UK. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with SEND pupils and leadership qualifications, helping to support children with challenging backgrounds. These roles may lead to permanent placements with a competitive daily rate of £250 to £300.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience working with pupils with SEND within an education setting.
• Exceptional references are required.
• All required documents for safer recruitment processing must be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Work within a therapeutic style to aid learning.
• Liaise with other leaders in equivalent roles for better experience.

Skills

Experience with SEND pupils

Leadership skills

Qualifications in education

Education

UK based teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you an education expert? We are currently seeking to represent experienced SEND specialist Deputy Headteachers for a range of interim senior leadership jobs based in a growing group of alternative provision schools. If you are a SEND specialist who is available for the new academic year or January 2026, we would be keen to speak with you.

If you are an experienced Deputy Headteacher or an experienced Assistant Headteacher seeking their next step in leadership who has worked with pupils with SEND across either primary or secondary phases we would be keen to speak with you. We are currently supporting a large alternative provision group of schools across the UK.

Typically, the sites within the group cater for pupils aged 7-17 with SEND requirements. Their children come from a wide range of backgrounds, but all have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Many will also have other Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) such as Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties. This national trust is focussed on supporting children who have lived through trauma and adverse childhood experiences, and they work closely with them to develop self-belief to become effective learners. We focus on introducing senior leaders with a therapeutic style. If you are of a similar mindset and ethos, we would be very happy to discuss upcoming in more detail.

These roles are typically offered on an interim, temporary basis with the potential to be ongoing or permanent. An informal meeting via Teams will be offered as a starting point for you to gain a full understanding of the trust and how we support them. We can then keep you up to date with all upcoming opportunities and complete safer recruitment checks ahead of time.

Requirements to be shortlisted

• A relevant UK based teaching and/or leadership qualification.
• Substantial experience working with pupils with SEND within an education setting.
• All required documents for safer recruitment processing including, but not limited to a valid right to work proof and a valid Enhanced DBS.
• Exceptional references.

Proposed start dates and salary

• Proposed start date: October half term 2025 and January 2026
• Salary: Daily Rate: £250 to £300 per day
• Date posted: 18.09.25
• Application closing date: 16.10.25

If you are a SEND specialist senior leader and are interested in registering for upcoming vacancies, please do not hesitate to get in touch. For all initial enquiries or to submit a CV, please contact the Education Experts office.