Deputy Head Teacher - Curriculum & English

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An inspiring opportunity awaits as a Deputy Head Teacher in Birmingham, where you will lead the charge in enhancing Teaching & Learning and the English curriculum. This pivotal role blends leadership with classroom practice, allowing you to empower staff and ignite a passion for learning among students. Join a nurturing Trust committed to professional development and wellbeing, and make a real difference in the lives of young learners. If you are a dedicated leader ready to drive excellence in education, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Working

Mental Health Resources

24/7 Staff Helpline

Qualifications

• Proven track record in driving school improvement and leadership.
• Experience in teaching and developing curriculum in primary education.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development of Teaching & Learning and English curriculum.
• Model outstanding classroom practice and promote high expectations.
• Coach and mentor teachers to embed best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Coaching

School Improvement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant Leadership Training

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Deputy Head Teacher - Curriculum & English, Birmingham

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Deputy Head Teacher – Teaching & Learning, Curriculum & English

Start Date: September 2025
Location: Balsall Heath, Birmingham
Contract Type: Permanent
Phase: Primary
Salary: Competitive, aligned with leadership scale and experience

We are seeking an inspiring Deputy Head Teacher to champion excellence in Teaching & Learning, Curriculum, and English, starting September 2025. This exciting role includes a morning teaching commitment in Year 6, blending leadership and classroom practice to shape a vibrant learning culture.

About You

You're an ambitious and reflective leader with a proven track record of driving school improvement. You believe in the power of inclusive education and understand how high-quality teaching can transform lives. You’re ready to empower staff and ignite children's love for learning—especially through literacy and rich curriculum experiences.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the strategic development of Teaching & Learning and the English curriculum
• Model outstanding classroom practice with a teaching commitment in Year 6 mornings
• Promote high expectations for pupil achievement and staff development
• Coach and mentor teachers to embed best practices and raise standards
• Contribute to whole-school improvement planning as a core member of the Senior Leadership Team
• Foster a school culture that is aspirational, supportive, and joyful

What We Offer

Joining our school means becoming part of a nurturing and forward-thinking Trust, with a commitment to professional development and wellbeing.

• A passionate and innovative Executive Leadership Team
• Exceptional CPD and access to a personal Professional Development Plan
• Flexible working opportunities and wellbeing support via ExcelWell
• 24/7 staff helpline and mental health resources
• The chance to shape the lives of young people in a vibrant Birmingham community

This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role and make a real difference—from the front of the classroom and beyond.

Ready to Apply?
If you're a dedicated leader with the vision and heart to drive excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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