Assistant Headteacher - SEND school - Southwark

Leadership Scale Inner London

Date Posted: Friday 10 July 2026

, Ref: 13563

Assistant Headteacher - SEND School 

Southwark
Inner London pay scales
September

Do you have experience as a AHT within a specialist setting?

We are seeking an experienced and impactful SEND leader to join a specialist setting on from September. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable trust in a new senior leadership structure.

This specialist school supports primary and secondary age pupils with a diagnosis of autism. The setting caters for children with severe and complex learning needs, including social communication differences. Many pupils also experience speech, language, and additional learning difficulties.

A range of structured approaches are used to support communication and learning, including visual communication systems and highly structured teaching methods embedded throughout the school day and curriculum.

The school was rated “Good” in its most recent inspection with outstanding features praising its ambitious curriculum which leads back to the school and trust values and ethos of ensuring every child and young person learns and achieves at all levels.

At Parker Smith Inclusion, we partner with a wide range of schools – from SEND schools and mainstream settings to Alternative Provisions (APs) and Pupil Referral Units (PRUs). There is a growing demand for enthusiastic, compassionate senior leaders like you to make a real impact on young lives.

Why Parker Smith Inclusion?

🔹 Specialist SEND recruitment agency – Over 400 FIVE-STAR Google reviews!
🔹 Personalised job matching – We connect you with schools that fit your skills & aspirations.
🔹 Ethical approach – PAYE only (no hidden deductions from umbrella companies).
🔹 Long-term & permanent roles – No short-term supply placements, just real career-building opportunities!
🔹 CV support & expert career guidance – Helping you stand out in the education sector.
🔹 Exclusive roles – Many schools work only with Parker Smith Inclusion.

Ready to take the next step?
Apply now and if you are shortlisted you will have a video call with the Executive Headteacher followed by a tour of the school next week.

Visit our jobs page, call us on 0203 011 4848, or click APPLY NOW to find out more!

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