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Assistant Director of Education

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Posted on: 12 Aug 2026

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£650 per day South London, London Temporary
Job title:
Assistant Director of Education
Location:
South London, London
Hours:
Hybrid Working
Salary:
£650 per day

Assistant Director - Education & SEND - South London LA

£650 per day

3-6 month initial contract

Hybrid working

We are seeking an experienced Interim Assistant Director provide strategic and operational leadership with a South London Local Authority. This is a pivotal role for an experienced education professional who can operate confidently and lead complex services through change and build strong relationships across schools, partners and wider Children's Services.

Essential Requirements:

  • Senior level education leadership experience within a Local Authority
  • Strong knowledge of the statutory and regulatory framework covering SEND, inclusion, school admissions, school places, education provision and vulnerable pupils
  • Demonstrable track record of turning strategy into operational delivery and measurable service improvement.

Duties include:

  • Oversee SEND, Educational Psychology, Virtual School, inclusion, outreach and vulnerable pupil services
  • Lead strategies to improve inclusion, attendance and outcomes while reducing exclusions
  • Oversee budgets, financial performance, commissioning and external funding

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Richard on 01772 954200 or for more information.

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