Full job descriptionDeputy Headteacher – SEND School
Salary: £55,000- £68,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an outstanding Deputy Headteacher to join a growing specialist school in Gloucester. If you are an Assistant Headteacher looking for your first Deputy post, or a current Deputy Headteacher looking for a rewarding new role in SEND, apply today!

As a senior leader at this school you will be supporting children and young people with Autism, MLD and SEMH needs, this role offers the chance to make a genuine difference every day while helping shape the future direction of a highly ambitious provision.
We are looking for a passionate and forward-thinking leader who combines high expectations with compassion, and who is committed to ensuring every pupil achieves success both academically and personally.

About the Role
As Deputy Headteacher, you will work closely with the Headteacher to drive school improvement, strengthen teaching and learning, and create an environment where pupils and staff can thrive.
You will play a key strategic role in:
*Leading whole-school teaching and learning initiatives
*Developing an ambitious and engaging curriculum that meets the needs of all learners
*Raising standards and improving pupil outcomes
*Coaching, mentoring and developing staff at all levels
*Monitoring quality of education through robust quality assurance systems
*Supporting safeguarding, wellbeing and attendance across the school
*Building positive relationships with families, external agencies and community partners
*Contributing to the school’s long-term strategic vision and growth
This position offers significant leadership responsibility and is ideal for an experienced AHT or DHT looking to further develop their career within specialist education.

Who We’re Looking For
You may already be a Deputy Headteacher seeking a new challenge, or an experienced Assistant Headteacher ready to take the next step.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:
*Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
*A successful track record of leadership and school improvement
*Strong knowledge of SEND, inclusion and adaptive teaching strategies
*The ability to inspire, motivate and develop high-performing teams
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
*Strategic thinking combined with strong operational leadership
Experience within specialist education, SEND, or SEMH settings would be advantageous.

Why Apply?
This is more than a leadership role – it’s an opportunity to shape lives, influence practice and help create an exceptional educational experience for young people who need it most.

In return, you will benefit from:
*A supportive and collaborative leadership team
*Opportunities for career progression and professional development
*The chance to help shape a growing and ambitious school
*A rewarding role with real impact on pupils, families and staff
*A competitive leadership salary package
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and relevant safeguarding checks.
Applications are welcomed from leaders who share our commitment to inclusion, ambition and excellence for every child.
If you are interested in this Deputy Headteacher opportunity, please "Apply Now" or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other leadership vacancies or refer a colleague and ask 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.