Deputy Headteacher

Are you an education expert? We are currently seeking to represent an experienced SEMH Deputy Headteacher for a permanent senior leadership job in Staffordshire, West Midlands (ST10 3ER). If you are a SEND (SEMH) specialist who is available from January 2026, we would be keen to speak with you.

If you are an experienced senior leader who has worked with SEND (SEMH) across either primary or secondary phases this role may be for you. The role is offered as a permanent, full-time post based at a small, well established alternative provision school. Typically, the site caters for pupils aged 7-17 with SEND requirements such as SEMH and ASD. A tour of the site and an informal meeting with the Regional Executive Director can be arranged.

This site is part of a national trust who are focussed on supporting children with complex behaviours and needs. Their pupils have experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences, and they work closely with them to develop self-belief to become effective learners. If you are of a similar mindset and ethos, we would be very happy to discuss the role in more detail.

In order to be successfully shortlisted in any of your applications with us we will require the following:

A relevant UK based teaching and/or leadership qualification.

Substantial experience working with pupils with SEND within an education setting.

All required documents for safer recruitment processing including but not limited to a valid right to work proof and a valid Enhanced DBS application.

All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches.

Exceptional references.

Once shortlisted, a one-to-one interview will be scheduled with your dedicated consultant to discuss your experience and personal requirements.

Proposed start date: January 2026

Salary: £47,000 to £52,000

Date posted: 12.11.25

Application closing date: 10.12.25

If you are a SEND specialist and are willing to work in or are local to the Staffordshire area, please do not hesitate to get in touch. For all initial enquiries or to send us a CV, please apply directly to contact us at the Education Experts office (West Midlands)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed