Assistant Headteacher

Job Title: Assistant Headteacher
Location: Ealing, London
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate, experienced, and forward-thinking leader to join the Senior Leadership Team of a well-established SEN secondary school in the London Borough of Ealing.

This is a pivotal role for a candidate who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for young people with a wide range of special educational needs.

The school supports students aged 11-19 with diverse and complex learning needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and moderate to severe learning disabilities. Staff work collaboratively to provide a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment that enables every learner to thrive.

As Assistant Headteacher, you will contribute significantly to the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the school. You will lead on a key area of whole-school development, supporting colleagues, students, and families to achieve the best possible outcomes in line with the school's inclusive values.

• Lead a significant whole-school area such as curriculum development, behaviour and wellbeing, teaching and learning, or staff professional development
• Promote effective, inclusive teaching and learning strategies across the school.
• Line manage, coach and support staff to develop best practice in SEN education.
• Support school improvement, self-evaluation, and preparation for external scrutiny.
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and supportive culture for students and staff.

• A skilled school leader with a strong track record in SEN or inclusive education.
• A deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and specialist approaches.
• Proven ability to lead change, raise standards, and support staff development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A reflective, resilient and compassionate leader committed to student wellbeing.

• A warm and inclusive school community with a shared sense of purpose.
• Engaged, enthusiastic students who enjoy learning and respond positively to support.
• A committed staff team focused on collaboration, care and continual improvement.
• High-quality professional development, including leadership training specific to SEN.
• Excellent transport links across Ealing and wider West London.