Deputy Headteacher

Doncaster Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support resources

Pension scheme

Career development and CPD

Job summary

Bader Academy, part of Nexus Multi Academy Trust in Doncaster, is seeking an inspirational Deputy Headteacher to support the Headteacher and drive excellence for all pupils.

You will lead teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment and pupil progress, using evidence and data to raise standards, while safeguarding and promoting inclusion and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in a school.
• Strong understanding of teaching, learning, curriculum and assessment.
• Experience using data to inform school improvement.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead school improvement and deputise for the Headteacher when required.
• Collaborate with the Trust leadership and wider school community to raise standards.
• Support professional development and performance management for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Assessment & data analysis

Staff development

Safeguarding

Education

Leadership qualification

QTS / teaching registration

Job description

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Job profile for Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher

Bader Academy 04/11/2026

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £67,898 - £75,049 per annum

Contractual hours 32.5

Basis Full time

Region Doncaster

Job category/type Teaching - Headship

Date posted 07/10/2026

Job reference REQ24140

Attachments Deputy Head - Job profile (Trust).docx

Job description

Bader Academy - Nexus MAT

Chappell Avenue

Edenthorpe

Doncaster

DN3 2EW

Salary and Grade: STPCD Leadership 12-16, Full Time

School and Location: Bader Academy

Closing date: 4 th November 2026

Interview date: 16 th & 17 th November 2026

About our School

Bader Academy is a special school which opened in September 2020, and which provides 130 places for children and young people, aged 5-19, who have an Education, Health and Care Plan with a primary diagnosis of Communication and Interaction Difficulties and/or ASD.

Our ambition and yours will be that Bader is a centre of excellence for both the specialist provision and for promoting the latest inclusive practices across education.

Our children and young people at Bader deserve an education that will change their lives and give them the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Staff employed in our Academy Trust enjoy a fulfilling career and we focus on releasing your potential and maximising your impact.

About the Trust

This is an exciting opportunity to join an award winning Multi Academy Trust and be part of a welcoming and supportive team that serves amazing children and young people. Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016, with 21 academies, 20 unique SEND special and 1 mainstream academies.

We are a growing, forward thinking and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision and values for a personalised child centred approach. We are committed and invested in “Learning together, to be the best we can be” and it is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families.

Please see a copy of our most recent prospectus, for further information.

Our Opportunity

We are looking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Deputy Headteacher to work alongside the Headteacher and wider Trust leadership team to secure the very best education and outcomes for all pupils.

We are seeking an experienced senior leader with a strong understanding of teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment and pupil progress, who can use evidence and data to drive school improvement and secure high standards. You will contribute to strategic planning, monitor and evaluate the quality of provision, challenge underperformance and ensure effective support and intervention are in place.

You will be a visible and supportive leader who can develop and motivate staff, lead change and build strong working relationships across the school community. A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, pupil wellbeing and partnership working will be essential.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader to make a significant contribution to the continued development of the school and wider Trust, while deputising for the Headteacher when required. Candidates are strongly encouraged to visitBader Academyto find out more information, prior to interview. To arrange a visit please contactKirsty Binks, Headteacher,by email: [e-mail] .

What you can expect from us

Wellbeing – Pay – Careers and Training – Annual Leave and Flexibility

• Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice and an option to top up to private healthcare via corporate membership of a healthcare plan.
• Access to discount schemes for savings with high street retailers, restaurants, activities and lifestyle services
• Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme with Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to extensive and tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching giving you the opportunity to grow and develop your career
• An Induction package to help you settle in and approach your role with confidence and enthusiasm
• The ability to contribute to and share quality practice with other professional TAs, Teachers and the wider team
• Internal opportunities across the Trust academies and to work with specialised leaders in education on nationally recognised projects
• Flexible working policies
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual leave increases based on length of service plus bank holidays for support staff

Further information

For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Kirsty Binks on 01302 433003 or at [e-mail]

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting Kirsty Binks on 01302 433003 or at [e-mail]

Further information can be found on our school website https://www.baderacademy.org/

Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post involves working with children and young people. If successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check. Further information about the Disclosure and Barring Service and can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check .

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.

Address

Civic Office
Waterdale
Doncaster
DN1 3BU