Deputy Head

Bradford Grammar School; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Grammar School is seeking an accomplished Deputy Head to work alongside the Headmaster, providing strategic leadership across the school’s teaching staff and operations. The role requires gravitas, credibility on a public platform, and a commitment to high standards, safeguarding, and strong relationships within the school community.

The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking, inclusive team and contribute to the school’s ongoing development with a view toward future

Qualifications

• Experience leading school-wide initiatives and governance.
• Ability to work closely with the Headmaster and senior staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards across school life.

Responsibilities

• Lead and represent the School with the Headmaster.
• Oversee management of teaching staff and school operations.
• Contribute across all aspects of School life with an aim to headship.

Skills

School leadership

Strategic planning

Public platform communication

Relationships management

Education

Experience in senior leadership in schools

Job description

Job Reference: SLT002
Application deadline: 15/11/2026

Job Description

Deputy Head
To start September 2027

Located in a cosmopolitan urban setting but drawing equal numbers of pupils from the attractive and established suburbs of West Yorkshire and the lower Dales, Bradford Grammar School is a flagship for progressive, independent education. Above all, it is an inclusive and friendly school and a rewarding place to work.

We are looking for an accomplished and ambitious school leader who is ready for broad institutional responsibility. The successful candidate will combine credibility with judgement, be comfortable operating on a public platform and understand the importance of high standards, reputation, visibility and respectful relationships, in the management and leadership of a school.

The Deputy Head works closely with the Headmaster to lead and represent the School whilst setting the benchmark and tone for the management of the teaching staff. The role carries responsibility across the full breadth of School life and requires someone with the judgement, confidence and gravitas to project the authority of the Headmaster when needed.

The breadth of the role offers a rare opportunity to contribute across all aspects of the School, with a focus on the management of the teaching staff and will be particularly attractive to someone who has the capacity and ambition to progress to headship.

This is a unique opportunity to join a committed team in our exciting and forward-thinking School and would suit a candidate with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.

Closing date for applications is 15 November 2026

Assessment interviews will be held 30 November 2026 / 1 December 2026

Final interviews will be held 7 December 2026

BGS is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Successful applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory employment references.

Vacancy Documents

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