Interim Deputy Headteacher

Panoramic Associates Limted; Bristol, Greater London, Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Deputy Headteacher for a SEN/SEMH school in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on driving inclusion and developing personalized support across the school. Candidates must hold QTS or QTLS and have substantial experience in SEND or SEMH settings. The role begins in January with possible extensions, and interviews will occur the week commencing December 8th. This position offers a critical leadership opportunity with responsibilities around curriculum adaptations and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in inclusion, SEND, or SEMH settings.
• Robust safeguarding knowledge and confidence managing complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead on whole‑school inclusion and strengthen SEND provision.
• Oversee curriculum adaptations for SEMH and SEND needs.
• Support and quality‑assure EHCP processes.

Skills

Inclusion management

Safeguarding knowledge

Leadership

Education

QTS or QTLS

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Interim Deputy Headteacher (SEN/SEMH School)

Panoramic Associates is partnered with a SEN School based in the East Midlands requiring an interim Deputy Headteacher from January until Easter initially, with the possibility of extending. This role is central in driving inclusion and developing personalised support across an SEN/SEMH School.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on whole‑school inclusion, working closely with the SENCo to strengthen SEND provision
• Oversee curriculum adaptations to meet diverse SEMH and SEND needs
• Support and quality‑assure EHCP processes, ensuring timely and compliant practice.
• Play a role in safeguarding across the school (not as DSL)
• Contribute to school improvement and readiness during the Ofsted inspection window.
• Provide visible, proactive leadership that supports staff, learners, and families.

Qualifications

• QTS or QTLS
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Strong experience in inclusion, SEND, or SEMH settings
• Robust safeguarding knowledge and confidence managing complex cases

The school are ready to start the role this side of Christmas, but can also wait until January. Interviews will take place w/c 8th. For more information please contact Sophie on 07488 889516.

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