Deputy Headteacher (SEN - Autism & SLCN) - Chiswick - Full Time, Permanent - April Start
This role is based at a specialist SEN provision in Chiswick supporting pupils from Key Stage 2 through to Key Stage 5. The school serves young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).
The educational offer combines academic learning with practical life skills, delivered through an adapted and individualised approach. EHCP outcomes underpin planning and teaching, ensuring that learning pathways are purposeful, relevant, and tailored to each student's strengths and needs.
Are you an experienced and forward-thinking senior leader who can take on the role of Deputy Headteacher? This post offers the chance to influence whole-school development within a growing specialist setting and to lead improvements in teaching quality and student outcomes.
Working in close partnership with the Headteacher and leadership team, you will:
- Champion high standards in teaching and learning across the school
- Demonstrate and promote excellent classroom practice
- Foster a professional culture built on high expectations and ongoing development
- Oversee staff performance, wellbeing, and effective workload distribution
- Promote positive behaviour, strong safeguarding practice, and inclusive values
- Balance strategic leadership responsibilities with a visible, hands-on presence
Deputy Headteacher Specifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Significant leadership experience within an SEN environment
- Practical experience supporting pupils with Autism and SLCN
- A strong record of effective classroom teaching
- Knowledge grounded in research about child development and learning
- Ability to establish and maintain positive behaviour to support both academic and social progress
- Demonstrated success in motivating and leading staff teams
- Experience managing performance, addressing concerns, and organising staff deployment
Desirable:
- Familiarity with CPOMS and Evidence for Learning systems
- Understanding of curriculum design, assessment methods, and use of data
- Experience leading coaching, mentoring, and professional development initiatives
- Strategic mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
- Resilience and adaptability when managing competing priorities
Deputy Headteacher Benefits
- A salary package that reflects experience and responsibility
- A supportive, team-oriented working environment
- Ongoing leadership development and career progression opportunities
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs
If this Deputy Headteacher role in Chiswick is of interest, please don't hesitate to get in touch so we can book in an interview.
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