Interim Deputy Headteacher – Specialist SEN School
Location: London
Start: ASAP
Contract: Interim (until end of year) with potential for permanent 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 supportive environment, working closely with an experienced senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations across the secondary provision
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
• Line manage teaching staff and support performance
• Oversee HR processes including staffing, absence and ER matters
• Maintain strong standards of behaviour, attendance and engagement

About You

• Senior leadership experience (Deputy Head, Assistant Head or similar)
• Strong SEN background (ASD, SEMH, complex needs)
• Confident managing staff and handling HR matters
• Strong safeguarding knowledge (DDSL/DSL experience desirable)
• Able to build relationships quickly and provide stability

The Setting

• Specialist SEN provision with an experienced and committed team
• Supportive SLT presence on site
• Engaged pupils and a strong focus on holistic development

Immediate start, with strong potential to run through to the end of the academic year and possibly become permanent from September.

For more information or to express interest, please contact Stephen at KPI Education.

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