Deputy Headteacher
Type: Permanent
Reference: 225756467
Job Description:
At OFG Education we believe in creating a better work life balance
Job Title: Deputy Headteacher - Teaching and Learning
Location: Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, TN5 7EL
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 4.00pm plus one 5.00pm finish
Salary: Up to £62,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
At Bricklehurst Manor School, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to feel safe, develop a sense of belonging, and fulfil their potential. Guided by our vision of Be Safe, Belong, Be You, we provide a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where young people with complex needs can thrive both academically and personally.
We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher - Teaching & Learning to join our senior leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational leader who is passionate about educational excellence and committed to improving outcomes for students with additional needs.
Working alongside the Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the quality of teaching, learning and curriculum provision across the school, ensuring every student receives an engaging, meaningful and ambitious education.
As Deputy Headteacher - Teaching & Learning, you will lead on teaching quality, curriculum development, assessment and staff development across the school. You will drive a culture of high expectations, continuous improvement and evidence-informed practice, ensuring that teaching is both trauma-informed and therapeutically aligned.
You will work collaboratively with education, therapy and pastoral teams to create an integrated approach that supports academic achievement, personal growth and successful EHCP outcomes for every student.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading and developing teaching, learning and assessment across the school.
- Driving school improvement priorities and contributing to strategic planning.
- Monitoring and improving the quality of teaching through coaching, observations and quality assurance activities.
- Leading the development of an ambitious, engaging and trauma-informed curriculum.
- Overseeing assessment, progress tracking and reporting systems.
- Using data to identify trends, remove barriers and improve student outcomes.
- Leading professional development and supporting the growth of future school leaders.
- Working closely with therapeutic and pastoral teams to ensure a truly integrated approach to education.
- Supporting wider school operations, staffing and resource planning.
- Deputising for the Headteacher when required
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a confident and compassionate leader who can inspire others and drive continuous improvement.
- QTS required
- Significant leadership experience within an educational setting.
- A strong understanding of curriculum design, assessment and effective pedagogy.
- A proven track record of improving teaching and learning.
- Excellent coaching, communication and leadership skills.
- The ability to use data effectively to drive improvement and raise standards.
- A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and achieving the very best outcomes for every student.
Desirable
- NPQH, NPQEL or an equivalent leadership qualification.
- Experience working within SEMH, SEND or specialist education settings.
- Experience leading inspection preparation and school improvement initiatives.
- Experience of whole-school timetabling and operational leadership.
About Our School
Bricklehurst Manor School is a new school that caters for up to 60 students with SEMH and associated needs. We offer a wide range of opportunities to develop your career while taking on rewarding challenges.
We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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