Job Description
Summary:
Deputy Headteacher (Fixed Term Contract) – Lead and inspire a specialist school for students with complex learning needs.
About the School:
A school dedicated to supporting students aged 11–16 with complex learning needs, including SEMH, autism, and speech, language and communication difficulties. It provides a nurturing, therapeutic environment where students are supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
The Opportunity:
A school is seeking a dynamic Deputy Headteacher to lead and inspire a team focused on driving excellence in teaching, learning and whole-school improvement. This is an opportunity to shape the future of a specialist school and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with complex needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead whole-school improvement initiatives alongside the Headteacher
- Develop and implement teaching and learning strategies to raise attainment and progress
- Oversee staff development, appraisals and the promotion of a high-performance culture
- Manage student employability, careers and work-experience pathways
- Ensure quality assurance, data analysis and school improvement planning
- Lead in the management of behaviour, welfare and multi-disciplinary support for SEMH learners
- Drive curriculum development and expansion of provision
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Proven leadership experience in a school setting
- Demonstrated experience in school improvement and development
- Strong track record in raising standards and driving whole-school impact
- Experience in inclusive practice and working with students with complex learning needs
Preferred
- Experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience in managing large-scale school improvement projects
- Experience with SEMH, autism and speech, language and communication difficulties
- Experience with data analysis and school performance monitoring
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and reward package
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
- Generous annual leave and enhanced pension scheme
- Access to a UK Health Cash Plan for everyday healthcare expenses
- Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
- Perkbox benefits to help reduce living costs
- Refer a friend scheme with £1,000 reward (*terms apply)