Deputy Head Teacher

Blackstone Recruitment; Leyland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Deputy Headteacher for an SEN School in Leyland, UK. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher to implement the strategic vision and ensure compliance with safeguarding policies. This role offers a competitive salary, with a temp salary range of £225 - £275 per day and a permanent salary of £58,569-£64,691. This position may transition to permanent, providing an excellent opportunity for professionals in educational leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational leadership role, ideally in an SEN setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively manage a team and communicate with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Depute and take responsibility for the school in the Head Teacher's absence.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and training requirements.

Job description

Blackstone Education are working with an SEN School based in Preston, Lancashire who are looking to recruit an Interim Deputy Headteacher. There is also an opportunity for this position to be temporary to permanent.

Deputy Headteacher

Contract Type

Temporary or Temporary to Permanent

Hours

40 hours per week

Salary

Permanent Salary £58,569-£64,691 (L6-L10) - Temp Salary negotiable, approx £225 - 275 per day.

Location

Leyland, nr Preston, Lancashire

The role

As our new Deputy Head Teacher, your role will be to passionately and enthusiastically work closely alongside the Head teacher to deliver the school's strategic vision. You will also lead manage and deputise for the Headteacher on site and off site as and when required as well as occasionally carrying out the professional duties of a class teacher as required.

Key Duties

• To deputise and undertake overall responsibility for the school in the absence of the Head Teacher and on any other occasions where required.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) ensuring the school is compliant with all statutory responsibilities and that staff receive the appropriate training and supervision.