Deputy Head

Belmont Park School:Specialist SEMH School
Location: Waltham Forest
Salary: Leadership Scale L14 18
Contract Type: Full Time Contract Term:
Permanent Start Date: September 2025 or earlier

Every day every lesson a quality learning experience.

Belmont Park School is on an exciting journey of transformation and we are looking for an experienced strategic and studentcentred Deputy Headteacher to join our senior leadership team.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a rapidly improving specialist SEMH provision and
make a lasting impact on the lives of young people who deserve the very best from their education.

About Belmont Park School

Belmont Park is a specialist school for students aged 1116 all of whom have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and primary needs linked to social emotional and mental health (SEMH). Many
students also present with cooccurring diagnoses such as ADHD autism anxiety.

We are a traumainformed relational school community where staff are committed to evidencebased
approaches meaningful connection with learners and a relentless drive for progress.

Our Vision

At Belmont Park School we are committed to evidencebased approaches meaningful connection with learners and a relentless drive for progress.

Our Vision At Belmont Park School we are committed to:

Providing a quality learning experience every day in every lesson.
Personalising the curriculum to meet individual needs
Helping our students develop confidence resilience and the skills to make informed decisions.
Enabling every young person to feel valued understood and ready to thrive

We believe all students can achieve and it is our job to remove barriers provide the right support and inspire ambition.

The Role

As Deputy Headteacher you will

Be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team shaping the strategic direction of the school
Lead on the development of the curriculum pastoral systems and behaviour or other key areas
of school improvement as needed.
Promote a culture of high expectations and positive relationships.
Champion inclusive trauma informed practice and ensure consistency across the school.
Work collaboratively with staff families and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for our
learners.

What Were Looking for

We are seeking a leader who is:

Inspiring compassionate and emotionally intelligent
Committed to the believe that every young person deserves an excellent education
Experienced in working with students with SEMH and additional needs
Able to lead with clarity and build strong purposeful relationships with all stakeholders
Motivated to make a measurable difference through highquality leadership and
innovation.

We offer

A rare opportunity to be part of a school at a key moment of growth and development
A welcoming committed and knowledgeable staff team.
A school culture rooted in teamwork trust and positive relationships
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
The chance to change lives every single day

Interested

We warmly welcome visits to the school please contact us at or telephone 0 to arrange a visit or for an informal conversation with the Headteacher.

Please can all applications be emailed to

Application Deadline: Thursday 8th May 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 15th May 2025

Belmont Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS
checks and other relevant employment checks.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates the richness of our community
and believe that diversity strengthens the school community enriches the educational experience for our students and prepares them for success in a diverse world. We therefore actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds including those traditionally underrepresented in educational leadership roles.