Vision for Education are recruiting for a Deputy Headteacher for a specialist SEMH secondary school in the Lancaster area for a full-time vacancy from after February half-term until July 2025.

About the role
Our client school in the Lancaster area is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Headteacher to join their leadership team. As an Deputy Headteacher, you will play a crucial role in shaping the educational and pastoral provision for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a specialist setting, ensuring the best outcomes for students with additional needs.

Responsibilities:

Support the Headteacher in the strategic leadership and management of the school, with a key focus on teaching and learning development.
Lead on the development and implementation of policies and practices that promote high expectations and inclusion for all students.
Oversee behaviour management strategies and interventions, ensuring a positive and supportive learning environment.
Provide leadership and guidance to teaching and support staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional development.
Monitor student progress and outcomes, implementing strategies for continuous improvement.
Work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to provide holistic support for students with SEMH needs.
Ensure safeguarding procedures are rigorously followed and that the school remains compliant with all relevant policies and regulations.

About the school
This Deputy Headteacher role is an opportunity to work in a highly supportive and specialist SEMH secondary school in the Lancaster area. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and structured environment for students who require additional emotional and behavioural support. With a strong focus on therapeutic approaches and personalised learning, the school strives to empower students to achieve both academically and socially.

Requirements
To be considered for the role of Assistant Headteacher, you will:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Have substantial experience working with students with SEMH needs within a school setting.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills, with experience in a middle or senior leadership role.
Have a deep understanding of behaviour management strategies and inclusive education practices.
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate both staff and students.
Show a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Be adaptable, resilient, and passionate about making a positive impact in a specialist educational environment.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary
£250 to £325 per day
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in a leadership role within an SEMH or specialist setting.

What Vision for Education offer
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to ensure you receive the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
FREE training to support your professional development, such as Team Teach training, online webinars, and safeguarding updates.
Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Vision for Education does not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information or an informal chat about the role, please call Dave Travis from the Preston SEND team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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