Deputy Headteacher - Quality of Education

Summary:

Deputy Headteacher (Quality of Education) opportunity at a forward-thinking school in Bristol.

About the School:

A school dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment for pupils with SEMH, autism and complex needs. It is committed to fostering confidence, independence, and resilience through inclusive and innovative education.

The Opportunity:

As Deputy Headteacher (Quality of Education), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience of pupils and driving excellence in teaching and learning. This is a leadership opportunity for someone passionate about curriculum development, student outcomes, and collaborative working.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on curriculum design and development to ensure quality, progression and coherence across all subjects.
• Work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to maintain high standards in teaching, learning and behaviour.
• Oversee positive behaviour support strategies and ensure effective implementation with clinical colleagues.
• Monitor and evaluate pupil progress to ensure individual outcomes are met and supported.
• Contribute to referral assessments and placement decisions in partnership with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, the SEND Code of Practice and all relevant legislation.
• Build strong relationships with families, carers, external professionals and partner agencies.
• Model high-quality teaching and behaviour practice, and undertake teaching responsibilities as required.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience teaching children and young people with autism, complex needs and/or challenging behaviour.
• Experience leading on the quality of education and curriculum development.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks and inspection processes.
• Ability to manage, support and develop staff effectively.
• Experience managing budgets and resources.
• Confident leadership, communication and people-management skills.
• Strong organisational, IT and time-management skills.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
• Degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Preferred

• Relevant sector qualifications and willingness to undertake further training.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package including life assurance and a pension scheme.
• Access to mental health support, physical health checks and flexible benefits through the Vista platform.