Deputy Headteacher

CareTech PLC; Worcester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent education provider in Worcester is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to shape assessment policies and support staff and pupils within a dynamic special school. The role involves leading behaviour systems and ensuring safeguarding compliance while promoting professional development and innovative practices. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a background in educational settings. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Mentoring and coaching

Career progression opportunities

Training opportunities

Wellbeing support

Paid DBS checks

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within an educational setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Strong communication skills to support pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement whole-school assessment policy.
• Oversee data collection, analysis and reporting cycles.
• Coordinate PEPs and take responsibility for a key curriculum area.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Location

Worcester, Worcestershire

Contract

Full Time, Term Time

Role Type

Permanent, Contract

Working hours per week

40

Salary

Up to £42,000 per annum DOE

Job Title

Deputy Headteacher

Are you ready to make a real difference in a growing SEMH school?

The School

Hidelow Grange School is a small Independent Special School based in Acton Beauchamp, Worcester. Our school provides specialist education to boys aged 11 to 18 years who have social, emotional and mental health needs. With up to 20 pupils, our school offers a unique opportunity to shape provision for some of our most vulnerable learners. We pride ourselves on our integrated therapeutic ethos, holistic development, and unwavering focus on safeguarding.

What We Offer

• A supportive SLT and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to shape and develop assessment and behaviour systems, including leading on BehaviourWatch.
• The chance to play a key role in school improvement and curriculum development.
• Mentoring, coaching and ongoing professional development.
• Career progression as part of a company that believes in "growing our own".
• The chance to influence and champion digital innovation in assessment and reporting.
• A school community focused on holistic and therapeutic support for pupils.

Your Role

• Develop and implement whole-school assessment policy.
• Oversee data collection, analysis and reporting cycles.
• Lead on behaviour systems and act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
• Coordinate PEPs and take responsibility for a key curriculum area.
• up to 50% of a full timetable, modelling outstanding practice.
• Ensure leadership continuity and be a constant point of support for staff and pupils.

Why Work for Us

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to progress in your career.
• Training opportunities either face to face or online.
• Wellbeing – Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
• You will be part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer clear guidance and mentoring into this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.
• Full induction, paid DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK’s biggest care providers.

Safeguarding and EEO Statement

CareTech is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. CareTech is an equal opportunities employer.