Deputy Headteacher – Key Stage 3

What we are looking for

We are seeking a leader who:

• has significant leadership experience and strong credibility with staff

• can establish and maintain consistency across teams

• is confident in holding others to account for performance

• has experience of working with pupils with complex needs

• can make clear and confident decisions in challenging situations

• remains calm, resilient and consistent under pressure

• combines high expectations with a relational approach

What we offer

• A strong and supportive senior leadership team

• A clear and aligned leadership structure

• A leadership role with real influence over the direction and development of Key Stage 3

• The opportunity to lead a key stage and make a significant impact

• A setting where relationships, consistency and high expectations are central

• A commitment to staff development and wellbeingThe Deputy Headteacher will lead the day-to-day operation of the Key Stage 3 site, including line management of Assistant Headteachers and teaching staff.

The role carries significant responsibility for leading staff and securing consistent practice across the Key Stage 3 team.

You will be accountable for:

• securing consistent practice across staff
• establishing high standards of behaviour and conduct
• improving the quality of teaching
• ensuring pupils are supported to re-engage with education and make sustained progress

This role requires a visible and decisive leader who can maintain calm, clarity and consistency in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

The postholder may, on occasion, be required to teach or support learning directly, reflecting the collective responsibility of leaders to model and uphold high standards of practice.

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Source: UK Teaching Vacancies Service (teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.