Deputy Head Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an innovative Deputy Headteacher to enhance the lives of pupils. This permanent role involves overseeing educational quality, behavior, and personal development within a supportive environment that champions smaller class sizes and tailored learning. You'll lead a dedicated team, ensuring high standards in line with independent school regulations. With a focus on health and wellbeing, the organization offers a range of benefits including life assurance and mental health support. Join us to make a significant impact on young lives and contribute to a certified 'Great Place to Work' for 2024.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Options

Mental Health Support

Physical Health Checks

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Qualifications

• Experience managing an education staff team at senior level.
• Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Approaches and Positive Behaviour Management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, and Personal Development.
• Collaborate with Deputy Head Teachers to maintain high standards.

Skills

Senior Leadership Experience

Communication Skills

Self-Management Skills

Knowledge of Autism and SEND

Designated Safeguarding Lead Experience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

NPQ Accreditation

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Headteacher

Location: Hillingdon Manor School, Uxbridge, Greater London UB8 3HD

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum dependent on experience

Hours: 38.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start: September 2025

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Are you an innovative Deputy Headteacher committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people?

Job Purpose

As Deputy Head Teacher for the Secondary School, you will oversee Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, and Personal Development. You will have direct line management for Assistant Head Teachers and oversight of the education staff team.

You will collaborate with other Deputy Head Teachers and support the Head Teacher to maintain high standards in line with the Independent School Standards.

Candidate Profile

This permanent role suits a proactive individual with senior leadership experience, ideally with SEN experience, but candidates from other sectors with relevant skills are welcome. Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Approaches and Positive Behaviour Management is essential, with training provided.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience as Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with NPQ accreditation or willingness to obtain within 12 months
• Strong, adaptable communication skills
• Flexible working approaches
• Self-management skills
• Experience managing an education staff team at senior level
• Ability to meet deadlines consistently
• Relevant teaching qualification and OFSTED inspection experience
• Knowledge of Autism, SEND, and related legislation and standards

About Us

Hillingdon Manor provides specialist education for 185 pupils aged 3.5 to 19 across two sites. Our Secondary School supports around 125 students in smaller class sizes, working towards various qualifications based on individual needs.

Part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in delivering innovative approaches with measurable outcomes. We are proud to be a certified ‘Great Place to Work’ for 2024.

Why Join Us?

We prioritize health and wellbeing, offering benefits such as Life Assurance, pension options, mental health support, and physical health checks. Through Vista, our Flexible Benefits Platform, you can select benefits like health and insurance packages, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Scheme, and Critical Illness Cover.

Join us and make a positive impact on the lives of pupils and young adults in our care.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if high volumes of applications are received.