Interim Deputy Headteacher – Specialist SEN School
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
Location: London
Start: ASAP
Contract: Interim (until end of year) with potential for permanent appointment from September
Rate: £300–£400 per day
A well-established specialist SEN school in London is seeking an experienced Interim Deputy Headteacher to support the day-to-day leadership of its secondary provision. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced but highly supportive environment, working closely with an experienced senior leadership team and school business manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and resilient senior leader who thrives in specialist settings and can quickly establish credibility with staff and pupils.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide day-to-day operational leadership across the secondary provision
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Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), ensuring safeguarding practices are robust and compliant
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Lead and support teaching staff, including line management and performance oversight
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Manage and support HR processes, including staffing, absence and employee relations matters
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Maintain high standards of behaviour, attendance and pupil engagement
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Work closely with the Headteacher and wider leadership team to ensure consistency and quality of provision
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Support ongoing school improvement priorities within a specialist SEN framework
About You
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Proven experience at senior leadership level (Deputy Head, Assistant Head or equivalent)
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Strong background within SEN / specialist education settings (e.g. ASD, SEMH, complex needs)
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Confident managing staff, handling HR issues and leading teams in a dynamic environment
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Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and experience operating as a DDSL (or DSL)
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Able to quickly build relationships and bring stability, structure and direction
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Resilient, proactive and solutions-focused
The Setting
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Specialist SEN provision with a dedicated and experienced staff team
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Supportive senior leadership presence on site
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Engaged pupils and a strong emphasis on holistic development
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Busy, rewarding environment where strong leadership has real impact
This role is available for an immediate start, with a strong likelihood of continuing through to the end of the academic year and potential to transition into a permanent post from September. xwzovoh
For more information or to express your interest, please contact Stephen at KPI Education.
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The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role. Location: London Start: ASAP Contract: Interim (until end of year) with potential for permanent appointment from September Rate: £300–£400 per day
A well-established specialist SEN school in London is seeking an experienced Interim Deputy Headteacher to support the day-to-day leadership of its secondary provision. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced but highly supportive environment, working closely with an experienced senior leadership team and school business manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and resilient senior leader who thrives in specialist settings and can quickly establish credibility with staff and pupils.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day operational leadership across the secondary provision
Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), ensuring safeguarding practices are robust and compliant
Lead and support teaching staff, including line management and performance oversight
Manage and support HR processes, including staffing, absence and employee relations matters
Maintain high standards of behaviour, attendance and pupil engagement
Work closely with the Headteacher and wider leadership team to ensure consistency and quality of provision
Support ongoing school improvement priorities within a specialist SEN framework
About You
Proven experience at senior leadership level (Deputy Head, Assistant Head or equivalent)
Strong background within SEN / specialist education settings (e.g. ASD, SEMH, complex needs)
Confident managing staff, handling HR issues and leading teams in a dynamic environment
Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and experience operating as a DDSL (or DSL)
Able to quickly build relationships and bring stability, structure and direction
Resilient, proactive and solutions-focused
The Setting
Specialist SEN provision with a dedicated and experienced staff team
Supportive senior leadership presence on site
Engaged pupils and a strong emphasis on holistic development
Busy, rewarding environment where strong leadership has real impact
This role is available for an immediate start, with a strong likelihood of continuing through to the end of the academic year and potential to transition into a permanent post from September. xwzovoh
For more information or to express your interest, please contact Stephen at KPI Education.
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