Deputy Head Of Secondary - January 2027

Job Description The role and responsibilities: Leadership and management - Support and implement the vision, ethos, and strategic priorities of the school - Deputies for the Head of Secondary as required - Line manages Heads of Department and MLT, ensuring consistency in curriculum delivery, teaching quality, and use of data - Contribute to, implement, and evaluate the School Development Plan - Lead and support self-evaluation processes including departmental reviews, SEFs, and inspection preparation - Ensure policies are consistently translated into effective practice - Promote inclusive practice and high expectations across all departments - Develop leadership capacity through coaching, mentoring, and professional development - Act as a proactive and effective member of the Senior Leadership Team Teaching and learning responsibility - Lead the implementation of the school’s Teaching & Learning framework (e.g. TLAG) - Ensure high-quality, consistent teaching across all subjects - Lead quality assurance activities including: Learning Walks,Book looks, lesson observations - Work with Heads of Department and MLT to improve pedagogy, differentiation, and challenge - Promote cross-curricular approaches and innovation in teaching - Drive continuous improvement in teaching standards (Good → Very Good → Outstanding) - Model outstanding classroom practice Monitoring and assessment - Lead Secondary data and assessment systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and impact - Oversee internal and external assessment processes (e.g. GL, CAT4, NGRT where applicable) - Ensure data is used effectively to inform planning, intervention, and target setting - Monitor student progress and attainment across departments - Lead Raising Attainment Plans (RAPs) and intervention strategies - Standardise assessment practices across departments - Ensure timely and accurate reporting to students and parents Staff development - Act as a reviewer within the school’s appraisal process - Identify training needs and support professional development across Secondary - Coach and mentor Heads of Department, MLT and teaching staff - Promote collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvement - Ensure staff remain up to date with current educational developments Parental Engagement - Lead Secondary parental engagement systems, including consultation evenings and communication protocols - Ensure timely, transparent, and effective communication with parents - Promote strong partnerships between school and home - Monitor and improve parental engagement and satisfaction Personal And Professional Responsibilities - Act as a role model for high standards of professionalism, teaching, and leadership - Initiate and lead change to improve standards and outcomes - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of educational best practice - Support the school’s values and contribute to the wider life of the school - Promote positive relationships with students, staff, and parents Acceptance & Approvals Skills Description - Strategic Leadership - Strong knowledge of Curriculum & Teaching and Learning - Excellent Staff Leadership & Management - Excellent Assessment & Data Analysis - Strong knowledge of Safeguarding & Child Protection - Excellent British Curriculum & Inspection Knowledge - Strong knowledge of Inclusion, SEND & EAL - Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance process - Excellent Coaching & Professional Development