Assistant Headteacher

Recruitment Consultant - Head of SEND Division, providing SEND talent pipelines to education providers across the UK.

Are you an experienced Senior Leader with experience of leadership within a Specialist School environment?

An independent, caring specialist school, part of a well-established team education group in Dudley, are seeking a locum Assistant Headteacher to join them on a long-term contractual basis from now for the foreseeable future.

The opportunity:

• Provision catering to 50 pupils aged 11-19 years with complex SEMH and mixed SEND needs.
• Tailored learning pathways and personalised education curriculums to meet individual needs.
• They’re seeking a dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join their SLT; potential for a permanent position if all goes well.
• Report to other members of the SLT, supporting day-to-day decision-making and ensuring the smooth running of the school.
• Located in central Dudley, with on-site parking and excellent transport links.

Character specification:

• Previous experience in a school leadership position (Headship etc.) within a SEND/SEMH environment.
• Confident to make decisions in a fast-changing, varied environment.
• Passion for SEND and working closely with students with a range of complex learning needs.
• Calm, assertive, with the ability to effectively initiate school strategy under the influence of the other Senior Leaders
• Hit the ground running from day one, within existing school systems and processes.

This is a rare opportunity to join a friendly, well-managed specialist school on a long-term locum basis, with start date as soon as possible, and generous daily rate (paid weekly).

As Assistant Headteacher, you will integrate effectively into a supportive team of experienced SEND/SEMH professionals, hitting the ground running straight away within existing school systems.

This is a chance to make a real difference to the lives of SEND and SEMH pupils with a range of complex needs, supporting all students and other staff members to thrive in this caring environment.

If this Assistant Headteacher position sounds like it could be the ideal next step in your career, apply today or send your CV to  to discuss further!