Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher Job Overview

This exciting opportunity is for an experienced Deputy Headteacher to lead on the quality assurance of Quality of Education at a welcoming Special School catering for Key Stage 3-5 children with a range of moderate and complex learning needs. The role requires a Deputy Headteacher who has previous experience leading on Quality of Education, ideally within a SEND setting. However, applicants from a mainstream background will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on lesson observations, learning walks, and student engagement, with a focus on complex learning needs.
- Work in partnership with an established leadership team, comprising two Deputy Headteachers and two experienced Assistant Headteachers.
- Develop and maintain a high-quality education environment that caters to the diverse needs of students.

Requirements:
- Previous experience in a middle or senior leadership capacity within a school, preferably as an Assistant Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher within a SEND school.
- Qualified Teaching Status - QTS.
- Strong person management skills, managing a large team of teaching and support staff, responsible for quality assurance.
- Hold a valid in-date DBS, or be willing to apply for a new one.

About The Education Network Birmingham
The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We recruit to Compliance standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

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