Deputy Headteacher – SEMH Specialist

Deputy Headteacher – SEMH Specialist

Location: Croydon (with flexible working options)
Salary: Leadership Scale L14 – L18 + Outer London Allowance
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Lead. Inspire. Transform Lives.

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for inclusive education? Do you want to make a real impact in a setting that changes lives every day? This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

We’re seeking a dynamic Deputy Headteacher to help drive excellence across a growing school community. If you’re ready to lead with vision, resilience, and compassion, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As Deputy Headteacher, you’ll work alongside the Headteacher to shape the future of the school. You’ll have strategic responsibility for curriculum development, teaching and learning, assessment, and SEND provision, while acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead and championing pupil welfare.

You’ll:

• Deputise for the Headteacher and lead the school when required.
• Drive quality assurance across teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Lead on curriculum innovation and statutory requirements.
• Support and develop staff through mentoring, CPD, and appraisal.
• Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Build strong partnerships with multi-agency teams, local authorities, and the wider community.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in a school setting (preferably SEMH or SEND).
• A strong track record in curriculum development and quality assurance.
• Exceptional communication, organisational, and behaviour management skills.
• A commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.

Why This Role?

• A collaborative, supportive leadership team.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• The chance to make a life-changing difference for pupils and families.

Benefits

• Leadership Scale L14 – L18 + Outer London Allowance.
• Flexible working options.
• Comprehensive CPD and wellbeing support.

Ready to lead with purpose and passion?
Apply today and help us create brighter futures for every learner.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Apply below.