Deputy Headteacher

Lancashire County Council; Chorley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking an inspirational Deputy Headteacher for a special school in Chorley. This role emphasizes leadership in inclusive education and a commitment to tailoring learning to individual needs. The ideal candidate will have a proven record in driving high-quality education, developing curriculum excellence, and securing outstanding results for pupils. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the next phase of development for a thriving school that supports children aged 4-19.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leadership in education.
• Strong understanding of high-quality teaching.
• Ability to drive excellence in curriculum development.
• Focus on securing the best possible outcomes for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality education at the school.
• Develop a needs-led, child-focused curriculum.
• Maximize independence and life skills for pupils.

Skills

Leadership in education

Understanding of SEND settings

Curriculum development

Focus on pupil outcomes

Job description

We are seeking an ambitious, inspirational and experienced Deputy Headteacher with a proven track record in leading high-quality education.

The ideal candidate will be child-centred, passionate about inclusive learning, and fully committed to our school values.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and dynamic leader who thrives on developing people, shaping a needs-led, child-focused curriculum, and securing outstanding outcomes for all pupils. Mayfield is a thriving special school in Chorley with 133 pupils aged 4-19. What sets us apart is the expert way we tailor our provision to meet the individual learning needs of every pupil.

At Mayfield, we firmly believe that children should lead their own learning at every stage of their journey. Our core principle is to maximise independence and equip pupils with meaningful life skills, ensuring they are well-prepared for adulthood.

With enthusiastic stakeholders and a strong vision for the future, this is a pivotal time for a new leader to join Mayfield and play a crucial role in shaping the school’s next phase of development.

Requirements

• A proven track record of leadership in education, particularly in SEND settings.
• A strong understanding of high-quality teaching and the Education Inspection Framework.
• The ability to drive excellence in curriculum development and ensure learning is broad, relevant, and fully personalised.
• A relentless focus on securing the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

If you are a motivated, forward-thinking leader with the ambition and expertise to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.

School Visits

• 7th January
• 15th January
• 19th January

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: 09:00, 22nd January
• Shortlisting: 14:00, 29th January
• Interviews: 5th & 6th February

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.