Deputy Headteacher
Sittingbourne, Kent
Permanent / Part Time or Full Time
September 2025 Start
£L7+
We are currently looking for a permanent Deputy Headteacher to start in September 2025 or January 2026. Very experienced teachers, assistant headteachers or current deputy headteachers should apply. The ideal candidate will have SEND / ASD or Autism background and will have ideally worked in an SEND school or an alternative provision.
As a Deputy Headteacher you will play an integral role supporting the wider leadership team, the SENCO and the classroom based staff. You will support the development and delivery of whole school policy, particularly around behaviour, special needs and safeguarding. Candidates with DSL experience would be ideal. A teaching timetable is possible for candidate seeking full time employment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Planning and delivering an effective whole school policy
- Supporting upper SLT and covering absence
- DSL responsibilities
- Supporting the delivery of SEND policy
Why Work with Pearson Whiffin Education?
- Local, specialist education team with strong SEN knowledge
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Opportunity to work in meaningful, high-impact settings
Requirements:
- Experience working with SEN, particularly ASD / Autism
- Right to work in the UK
- A caring, adaptable, and proactive approach
- Hold QTS or equivalent
- School based leadership experience
Interested in learning more about SEND teaching roles in Swale? Contact Daniel Goodwin today at 01732 795109, WhatsApp us on 07568 113083, or email daniel@pearsonwhiffin.co.uk
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