Deputy Headteacher Pastoral

Aquinastrust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Deputy Headteacher - Pastoral to enhance leadership and academic standards. The ideal candidate will have senior leadership experience, a strong commitment to student success, and exceptional communication skills. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence educational practices and foster a positive learning environment. Application is encouraged if you can inspire change and colleagues towards excellence.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience within a school environment.
• Experience in a secondary school setting.
• Proven track record of implementing change to raise standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the school in promoting its vision and ethos.
• Lead school improvement strategies.
• Deliver an outstanding learning environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship)

Job description

Robertsbridge Community College is seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to be our new Deputy Headteacher - Pastoral to start in Easter or September 2026.

We are seeking an inspirational leader who will support the school in actively promoting the vision and ethos in every aspect of school life. This is the ideal opportunity for someone who is forward thinking, innovative in leadership and displays a passion for education, learning and wellbeing.

Personal attributes

Experience and Key Qualities

We welcome applications from experienced leaders or those looking for their first deputy headship.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have experience of senior leadership within a school.
• Hold an NPQH or be open to obtaining the qualification.
• Have experience of working in a secondary school setting.
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be experienced in leading school improvement and strategy.
• Be able to lead on delivering an outstanding learning environment.

We would welcome an application if you are:

• An inspirational, outstanding classroom practitioner committed to helping children achieve high academic standards and outcomes.
• An exceptional individual who demonstrates energy, passion and excellence.
• Able to demonstrate a proven track record of implementing change to raise standards and achievement for all students.
• Highly committed and supportive of students, families, staff, AAC members and the wider Trust networks.
• Able to take a lead role, working closely with the senior leadership team and other leading practitioners across the Trust in developing, implementing and evaluating policies and practice that lead to school improvement.
• An experienced leader (minimum of 1 year at leadership level) who can provide vision and inspiration for students and staff in pursuit of excellence.
• An effective communicator with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills who fully embraces our Trust ethos and values.