Assistant Headteacher
Highfield SchoolLeadership
Status
Live Now
Date Listed9 September 2026
ContractFULL_TIME
Listing TypeDfE_TV
About This Role
The Governors are seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspirational Assistant Headteacher with a passion for learning, and with proven leadership and management skills, to join the leadership team in this specialist secondary school for pupils with a range of severe learning difficulties including those with autism, and those with complex learning difficulties and associated behaviours.
We are looking for someone who demonstrates:
- A proven track record in successful leadership of students with SEND
- Commitment, drive and passion for improving outcomes for students with SEND
- Ambition, enthusiasm, resilience and a desire to make a difference
- Commitment to continuous professional development and a sound understanding of the demands and responsibilities of an Assistant Headteacher
- Passion and commitment for the highest standards of achievement across the school
- High expectations of what can be achieved with outstanding classroom practice
- The ability to lead and motivate others
Please see application pack for full details.