Deputy Head Teacher

Nova Education Trust; East Midlands; Remote; GBP 81,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newark Academy is a thriving 11-18 school at the heart of its community. As part of the Nova Education Trust, we are seeking an exceptional, inspirational Deputy Head Teacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape behaviour, culture and school improvement.

The successful candidate will lead safeguarding, inclusion and pastoral outcomes, partner with the Head Teacher, and drive high expectations to ensure every student achieves their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Work in close partnership with the Head Teacher to lead whole-school improvement priorities and contribute to the academy’s strategic direction and leadership capacity
• Design, implement and evaluate whole-school behaviour and culture strategies that secure high levels of engagement, positive conduct and strong student attitudes to learning
• Contribute actively to trust-wide and system-level improvement & engagement with the RISE Behaviour and Attendance Hub, sharing expertise and best practice
• Provide strategic oversight and operational leadership for behaviour, safeguarding, admissions and inclusion, ensuring a consistent, equitable and values-driven approach across the school
• Lead the design, implementation and ongoing development of the academy’s tutor programme, ensuring it strengthens relationships, supports pastoral care and promotes personal development
• Oversee the academy’s alternative provision offer, ensuring high-quality placements, strong monitoring of attendance and progress, and effective reintegration pathways where appropriate
• Work collaboratively with pastoral and academic leaders to ensure a cohesive, graduated approach to student support, particularly for vulnerable and at-risk learners
• Coach, challenge and develop the pastoral team and wider staff, building leadership capacity, sustaining high expectations and promoting reflective, evidence-informed practice
• Build and sustain strong, trusting partnerships with families, external agencies and trust colleagues to enhance provision, remove barriers and improve outcomes for students
• Champion a school culture that is safe, nurturing, aspirational and ambitious, where inclusion, well-being and high standards are central to daily school life

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Salary: L18- L22 (£81,457 - £89,842 per annum)
Contract: Full Time, permanent
Closing Date: Monday 19th October 2026 at 9am
Start Date: January 2027

Newark Academy is a thriving, oversubscribed 11-18 school at the heart of its community. Recognised as a Regional Attendance and Behaviour Hub, we are creating a culture where every student feels valued, supported and able to succeed. Staff are proud to work at Newark Academy, where high expectations are matched by strong support, collaborative leadership and a relentless commitment to ensuring every young person achieves their full potential. As part of the Nova Education Trust, we benefit from strong collaboration and shared expertise, while retaining a clear sense of local identity, pride and purpose.

We are seeking an exceptional, inspirational and values-driven leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Head Teacher. This is more than a leadership role, it is a pivotal opportunity for an ambitious professional who is passionate about creating an environment where every student can succeed, while playing a central role in shaping behaviour and culture. The successful candidate will have the platform, support and professional trust to make a lasting impact on students, staff and the wider educational community.

Responsibilities will include:

• Work in close partnership with the Head Teacher to lead whole-school improvement priorities and contribute to the academy’s strategic direction and leadership capacity
• Design, implement and evaluate whole-school behaviour and culture strategies that secure high levels of engagement, positive conduct and strong student attitudes to learning
• Contribute actively to trust-wide and system-level improvement & engagement with the RISE Behaviour and Attendance Hub, sharing expertise and best practice
• Provide strategic oversight and operational leadership for behaviour, safeguarding, admissions and inclusion, ensuring a consistent, equitable and values-driven approach across the school
• Lead the design, implementation and ongoing development of the academy’s tutor programme, ensuring it strengthens relationships, supports pastoral care and promotes personal development
• Oversee the academy’s alternative provision offer, ensuring high-quality placements, strong monitoring of attendance and progress, and effective reintegration pathways where appropriate
• Work collaboratively with pastoral and academic leaders to ensure a cohesive, graduated approach to student support, particularly for vulnerable and at-risk learners
• Coach, challenge and develop the pastoral team and wider staff, building leadership capacity, sustaining high expectations and promoting reflective, evidence-informed practice
• Build and sustain strong, trusting partnerships with families, external agencies and trust colleagues to enhance provision, remove barriers and improve outcomes for students
• Champion a school culture that is safe, nurturing, aspirational and ambitious, where inclusion, well-being and high standards are central to daily school life

Safeguarding

The Trust & school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.