Deputy Headteacher – Secondary School

Step into a leadership role in a secondary school supporting KS3–KS5 education. This Deputy Headteacher post carries responsibility for curriculum, teaching standards, and staff development, working alongside a supportive senior leadership team. The role is full-time, permanent, and offers a salary of up to £65,000.

Before You Apply

• This role requires prior senior leadership experience in a secondary school setting.
• Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent).
• Experience across KS3–KS5, including staff development and curriculum oversight, is essential.

Key Job Details

• Job title: Deputy Headteacher
• Salary: Up to £65,000 per year
• Sector: Education – Secondary School
• Location: Reading

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Direct influence on teaching, learning and school strategy
• Opportunity to lead curriculum development and staff coaching
• Leadership development and CPD support available
• Pension scheme, onsite parking, and wellbeing programme

What You’ll Need

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
• Experience as a Deputy Headteacher or similar leadership role
• Experience teaching across KS3–KS5
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, assessment, and staff development
• Understanding of behaviour management, pastoral care, SEND, and safeguarding

• Experience with whole-school strategy and policy development

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy for teaching, learning, and assessment across KS3–KS5
• Analyse data to monitor pupil progress and guide achievement-focused teams
• Oversee curriculum development and maintain high-quality provision
• Lead behaviour management, pastoral care, and SEND inclusion
• Deliver CPD, coaching, and mentoring for teaching staff
• Maintain safeguarding standards in line with national requirements
• Build positive relationships with staff, students, families, and partners

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly to discuss the role and next steps.

Reference: WILL188594/DN

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