Deputy Headteacher with Teaching Responsibilities
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About the Role
Location: Cambridgeshire
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract: Full-Time
Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Do you thrive in an environment where you can shape the future of education, support an incredible team, and make a real impact on students' lives? If so, this Deputy Headteacher with Teaching Responsibilities role could be the perfect fit for you!
About the Role
As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a key role in the leadership of the school, working closely with the Head of School to create a thriving, happy, and successful learning environment. You will be instrumental in driving school improvement, developing staff, and ensuring that every student has access to high-quality education and support.
This is a hands-on leadership role, so you will also teach a portion of the timetable, leading by example and ensuring that students benefit from engaging and effective lessons. Alongside your teaching, you will work to shape the school's strategic direction, mentor and support staff, and champion a culture of inclusion, achievement, and well-being.
Your Responsibilities
As Deputy Headteacher, you will:
✔ Support the Head of School in leading and managing the school, ensuring its vision and values are upheld every day.
✔ Drive school improvement, helping to create and implement policies that enhance teaching, learning, and student progress.
✔ Lead and mentor staff, offering guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to ensure the highest standards of education.
✔ Play a key role in safeguarding, acting as the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) to ensure all students are safe, supported, and able to thrive.
✔ Build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and external partners, ensuring a collaborative and supportive school community.
✔ Teach a portion of the timetable, delivering high-quality, engaging lessons that inspire students and set the standard for excellent teaching.
✔ Oversee curriculum development, assessment, and student progress tracking to ensure that all learners receive the right level of challenge and support.
✔ Foster a culture of well-being, inclusion, and aspiration, where every student and staff member feels valued and empowered.
What We’re Looking For
You will be a motivated and passionate leader who is committed to creating an outstanding educational experience for every student. To thrive in this role, you should have:
✅ QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and experience in a leadership role.
✅ A strong track record of teaching and supporting students with SEMH and additional needs.
✅ Excellent leadership and coaching skills, with a passion for developing and inspiring others.
✅ A deep understanding of curriculum development, student assessment, and school improvement strategies.
✅ The ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and external agencies.
✅ A proactive, creative, and solution-focused approach to challenges.
✅ A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Why Join Us?
🌟 A leadership role where you can truly make a difference, shaping the future of the school and its students.
🌟 A collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and input will be valued.
🌟 A highly supportive team that prioritises well-being, development, and professional growth.
🌟 Opportunities for career progression, training, and further leadership development.
This is more than just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to be part of something transformational. If you are passionate about education, leadership, and making a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.