Deputy Headteacher – SEMH School


Company:	Luma Education Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£53,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Tameside, SK16 4UJ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	28 Aug 2026

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Summary

Location: Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside

Salary: £53,000+ per annum (Negotiable DOE)

Contract: Full-time | Permanent

Start: September or January for the right candidate

Closing Date: 30th August

Deputy Headteacher Jobs in Ashton-under-Lyne | SEMH School Leadership Opportunity

Luma Education Recruitment are working in partnership with a specialist SEMH school in Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, to appoint an inspiring and experienced Deputy Headteacher to support the strategic leadership of the school and help drive its continued success.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious school leader with experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) education, or Alternative Provision, who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people with additional needs.

Working closely with the Headteacher, the successful candidate will help lead teaching and learning, promote positive behaviour and wellbeing, support school improvement initiatives, and ensure every pupil has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Headteacher with the strategic and operational leadership of the school

Lead on teaching, learning and curriculum development to ensure high educational standards

Promote a positive, inclusive and therapeutic culture for pupils with SEMH needs

Support, coach and develop staff through effective leadership and professional development

Monitor pupil progress, behaviour and attendance, implementing improvement strategies where required

Ensure safeguarding, statutory compliance and school policies are consistently maintained

Build strong relationships with parents, carers, local authorities and external professionals

Deputise for the Headteacher when required and contribute to the school's long-term strategic vision

Benefits

£53,000+ salary (negotiable depending on experience)

Permanent leadership opportunity within a supportive specialist school

Start in September or January for the right candidate

Ongoing leadership development and CPD

Clear opportunities for future progression

Supportive Headteacher, governing body and wider leadership team

Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of pupils with SEMH needs

About Luma Education Recruitment

Luma Education Recruitment partners with specialist schools, SEN provisions and multi-academy trusts across the UK, connecting exceptional education professionals with long-term and permanent opportunities. We pride ourselves on understanding both our candidates and our schools to ensure the right fit.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

To apply or find out more, send your CV to daniel.benson@lumaedrec.com or call 0204 576 4344.

If this role isn't quite right, we'd still love to hear from you and help you find a position that matches your experience and career goals.

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