Deputy Headteacher – SEN School | Oxford | September Start
Salary: Leadership Scale L14–L18
Contract: Temp to Perm or Permanent
Are you a passionate, experienced leader ready to make a real difference in the lives of pupils with complex special educational needs?
Teaching Personnel is proud to be partnering with a highly respected SEN school in Oxford to recruit a Deputy Headteacher who is ready to lead, inspire, and drive meaningful change. This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant, nurturing setting where no two days are the same – and where your leadership will have a direct and lasting impact.
The School:
This is a specialist provision for children and young people with complex SEN, including ASD, communication and interaction needs, SEMH, and medical or physical challenges. Staff are passionate, the ethos is inclusive, and the ambition is sky-high.
Who We’re Looking For:
* A proven SLT member or Deputy Headteacher with a clear track record of impact
* A leader with SEN experience, particularly in complex and challenging needs
* Someone with DSL experience and a strong grasp of safeguarding responsibilities
* A confident, proactive, and resilient presence who thrives in a fast-paced environment
* A creative thinker with initiative, empathy, and the drive to empower both staff and pupils
What You Can Expect:
* A dynamic leadership role where your input shapes school strategy and daily life
* A welcoming and ambitious senior team committed to collaboration and innovation
* A trial/interview process involving a half-day visit, giving you a real feel for the role
* A choice of Temp to Perm or Permanent contract, depending on your circumstances
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Ready to Inspire Change?
If you're an experienced SEN leader looking for a fresh challenge in a school that values courage, compassion, and creativity, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with a detailed CV to Teaching Personnel’s Leadership Division.
Make your next move one that truly matters.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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