Deputy Headteacher

Summary:

Deputy Headteacher opportunity at a school committed to inclusive education and student wellbeing.

About the School:

The school is dedicated to providing a broad, balanced curriculum tailored to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health complexities, aged 6–19. It offers a supportive, structured learning environment that promotes academic and personal growth.

The Opportunity:

As a Deputy Headteacher, you will play a vital role in driving school improvement, supporting staff development, and creating an environment where every pupil can thrive academically and emotionally. This is a leadership role with the potential to make a real impact on student outcomes and school culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Uphold and promote robust safeguarding procedures in line with local safeguarding board guidance and best practice.
• Lead and coordinate the school curriculum, ensuring quality, consistency, and continuous development.
• Act as lead teacher for positive behaviour support, promoting inclusive strategies that successfully support behaviour that may challenge.
• Monitor student progress and outcomes, ensuring each learner achieves their individual targets and planned success.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, including education, residential care, and clinical colleagues.
• Participate in the assessment and review of student referrals, ensuring appropriate placements and support.
• Work closely with the clinical team to oversee Behaviour Support Plans, providing guidance and ensuring plans remain effective and up to date.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A full UK driving licence
• Proven experience in middle or senior leadership within education
• A strong track record of raising standards and improving outcomes
• Excellence as a classroom practitioner across multiple key stages

Preferred

• Experience working with students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health complexities
• Experience in leading behaviour support strategies
• Experience in curriculum development and delivery

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 per annum
• Comprehensive pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Mental health support and physical health checks as part of wellbeing initiatives