Deputy Headteacher – Lead with Compassion in a Nurture-Based SEMH Setting
East London
Immediate
You’re a strong, compassionate leader with a deep understanding of behaviour, inclusion, and the unique needs of vulnerable children. You’ve developed expertise in primary teaching and curriculum leadership and now, you’re looking for a role where your approach will be valued, and your presence will shape the future of an entire school community.
This Deputy Headteacher opportunity offers you the chance to step into a well-established therapeutic SEMH and ASC primary setting where nurture, care, and consistency are the foundation of everything they do.
A therapeutic SEMH Service that work across London, you’ll provide leadership across their primary site school with a focus on primary curriculum, teaching and learning, and behavioural and emotional development.
This school offers a genuinely therapeutic model, rooted in relational practice, and is known for its holistic support for children with SEMH and autism. You’ll lead with clarity and compassion, building on the strong foundations already in place.
What you’ll bring:
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Proven experience in primary curriculum leadership and school improvement
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Resilience and confidence in supporting children with SEMH, ASC, and complex needs
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A calm, consistent approach to behaviour and staff development
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Ability to lead by example and build trust across a multidisciplinary team
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Experience in a specialist setting is ideal, but mainstream leaders with strong SEND understanding are warmly welcomed
Whether you're an experienced SEND leader or a senior leader in a mainstream setting with significant SEMH exposure, this role offers the rare opportunity to help shape a therapeutic learning environment for children who need consistency, empathy, and leadership that inspires hope.
Why trust and work with Parker Smith Inclusion?
- Specialist SEND recruitment agency - We put people first, taking the time to get to know you & finding you the right career opportunity.
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- Know exactly what you will be paid - Transparent pay - PAYE only.
- Expert advice - Our Consultants are experts in SEND recruitment, providing career and interview advice to support your career.
- One application - No need to complete several application forms, complete one form & register with us.
- Ongoing career support - free CPD to support your development.
- Long-term & permanent roles - We exclusively offer long-term or permanent SEND roles.
No quite the right role for you? Please reach out to find the right role by emailing faye@psinclusion.co.uk or calling 02030114848 and ask for Faye