Assistant Headteacher – Primary SEND School – Complex Needs – Interim
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Headteacher to join a well-resourced and nurturing primary SEND school on an interim basis for the remainder of the academic year. This role is ideal for a compassionate and strategic leader with a strong background in special education, particularly supporting pupils with complex needs.
The school provides a caring and structured environment where children with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and complex medical or communication needs, are supported to achieve their full potential. As Assistant Headteacher, you will work closely with the Headteacher and leadership team to ensure high-quality teaching, effective staff support, and a safe, engaging environment for every pupil.
Job Role:
Supporting the leadership and management of the school’s complex needs provision
Providing guidance and direction to teaching and support staff to deliver outstanding practice
Leading on curriculum development, behaviour, or inclusion (depending on experience and strengths)
Working collaboratively with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure holistic support for every child
Supporting staff wellbeing and development through effective coaching and mentoring
Ensuring that safeguarding, EHCP targets, and progress measures are consistently met across the schoolRequirements:
Proven experience as an Assistant Headteacher or senior leader within a special school or SEND provision
Strong understanding of complex needs, Autism, and differentiated learning approaches
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a record of outstanding classroom practice
Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills
A compassionate and resilient approach to supporting children, staff, and familiesIf you are an experienced Assistant Headteacher looking to make a meaningful impact in a truly rewarding setting, this could be the perfect interim role for you.
Please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other school leadership opportunities or refer a colleague and find out about our excellent referral scheme.
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days