Deputy Head

Seeking a Visionary Deputy Head Teacher

Salary: £71,614 - £78,000 plus an outstanding benefits package

Shape Futures, Celebrate Every Milestone

Are you driven by the profound impact you can make in a young person's educational journey? We are seeking a Deputy Head Teacher who finds deep satisfaction in fostering growth and celebrating every step of progress, no matter how small it may seem. In this unique setting, these incremental achievements are the foundation of transformative change for the students they support - moments of triumph that collectively build brighter futures.

Lead with Purpose, Reap the Rewards

You will collaborate closely with the Head Teacher to shape the school's strategic direction, cultivating an environment where young people with complex learning needs, including communication and interaction challenges or social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, can thrive. This demanding yet immensely fulfilling role requires dedication and resilience. In return, you'll witness firsthand the powerful difference your leadership makes, guiding students towards a future where they feel confident and proud of their accomplishments.

This journey, while challenging, is rich with rewards. You'll receive comprehensive support from a dedicated senior leadership team and a network of specialist colleagues. We foster a collaborative culture within well-resourced learning environments, ensuring you have the tools and backing to excel and build a truly impactful career in specialist education. This institution is a respected independent specialist day school, committed to delivering high-quality education for pupils primarily with autism and related complexities such as demand avoidance (PDA), attention differences, speech and language needs, and sensory processing sensitivities.

Their Commitment to You

At this school, they value your expertise and dedication. In recognition of your vital contribution, they offer a highly competitive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the sector. They empower you to bring education to life and make a tangible difference. You will receive:

• Comprehensive Support & Development: Full induction and ongoing professional development.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy full school holidays to recharge.
• Career Advancement: They champion internal growth; many of their senior leaders have progressed within their organisation.
• Tailored Benefits: A flexible benefits scheme (e.g., life insurance options)
• Secure Future: Access to the Teachers' Pension scheme or an attractive alternative.
• Wellbeing Focus: A suite of wellbeing resources, advice, and employee assistance.
• Health Support: Medical cash plan for expenses like dental or optical care, plus retail discounts.
• Inspiring Workplaces: Beautifully maintained and exceptionally equipped facilities.
• Referral Bonus: A £1,000 bonus for successful friend referrals.

Your Profile: An Inspiring Educational Leader

These students come from diverse backgrounds with varied needs, and they believe their strength lies in a workforce that reflects this. They are looking for an individual who can connect with, inspire, and guide their young people. You will be more than a Deputy Head Teacher; you'll be a mentor and role model. They are looking for individuals who possess:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and proven teaching experience.
• A minimum of two years in a leadership and management capacity within education.
• A profound commitment to elevating the standards of teaching and learning.
• A clear understanding of what constitutes positive and effective behaviours for learning.
• Demonstrable skills in effective leadership, coaching, and mentoring.
• Strong interpersonal abilities to cultivate a cohesive and high-performing staff team.

Ready to make a significant impact? We invite you to apply.

Please apply now or call Paul Hirchfield on . We look forward to hearing from you!We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.