Job Description

Harlow Fields School & College is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

Assistant Headteacher for Personal Development (Temporary, 0.5 FTE)
Leadership Spine L12 (pro rata)
Spring & Summer Terms 2026
Across School and College

Harlow Fields School and College is seeking to appoint a temporary Assistant Headteacher for Personal Development to provide focused senior leadership capacity across the spring and summer terms 2026.

This is a fixed-term, part-time (0.5 FTE) role, ideal for an experienced leader who is passionate about inclusive Personal Development, enrichment and preparation for adulthood within a specialist SEND context.

The successful candidate will lead and quality assure Personal Development across the school and college, ensuring pupils experience a high-quality, well-sequenced and meaningful offer that supports confidence, independence, resilience and readiness for future pathways. The role aligns closely with the Ofsted Personal Development framework and reflects the complex and diverse needs of our pupils and learners.

Key areas of responsibility include:

Strategic leadership of Personal Development across school and college
Enrichment, wider experiences and educational visits (including the role of Educational Visits Coordinator)
Sustainability and responsible citizenship
Work-related learning and preparation for adulthood
Oversight of Pupil Premium and Sports Premium
Pupil voice and student leadership
The postholder will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team on a temporary basis and will work closely with the Headteacher and wider leadership team.

We are looking for a candidate who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status
Has experience of teaching and leading within a SEND or inclusive context
Has a strong understanding of the Ofsted Personal Development framework
Is values-driven, inclusive and committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
Is able to work effectively within a part-time, fixed-term leadership remit
Harlow Fields School and College is a split-site special school and college with a strong ethos of "Working together to succeed". We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and aspirational environment for all pupils, learners and staff.

Application deadline: 10am 4th January 2026
Interviews: 6th January 2026

Start Date: ASAP

This post is subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

For further information and to apply, please visit the Harlow Fields School and College website.

Information about the School

Harlow Fields School and College is an all age special school for pupils with severe, moderate and complex needs. We are an inclusive, vibrant learning environment offering high quality education and care for all.