Deputy Headteacher

All Saints Multi Academy Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Deputy Headteacher who is passionate about fostering a nurturing environment for students. This role involves leading initiatives that promote high standards of behaviour and attendance while ensuring the safety and well-being of all students. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the academy's vision and mission, driving educational excellence, and supporting staff and students in their growth. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of young people, this is an exciting opportunity to join a committed team focused on developing future-ready learners.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles within educational settings.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for behaviour and attendance initiatives.
• Lead safeguarding efforts and support for vulnerable students.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Child Protection

Behaviour Management

Educational Development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Master's Degree in Education

Job description

Job Focus

As Deputy Headteacher, you will lead an experienced and well-resourced area of the academy, ensuring high standards are achieved by all. You will also serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, supported by a full-time Operational Safeguarding Lead and Deputy.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Is dedicated to helping staff and students flourish and thrive as faithful disciples in Christ.
• Has a passion for making a difference for young people in Liverpool.
• Enjoys working with young people.
• Wants to continue learning, growing, and developing as an educator.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will promote and uphold the Academy’s Christian ethos and participate in monitoring and evaluation systems to achieve the Academy’s vision and mission.

Core Responsibilities & Tasks

• Provide strategic direction for behaviour and attitudes.
• Lead attendance initiatives to ensure high attendance rates.
• Act as the Designated Senior Person for safeguarding, child protection, and prevent duties.
• Oversee welfare and support for Looked After Children.
• Lead the Educational Visits Coordinator (EVC) and manage relevant systems.
• Engage with agencies to support student welfare.
• Conduct the annual 175 audit to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate Section 19 and social inclusion initiatives.
• Manage strategies for managed moves and the Fair Access Protocol.
• Develop and implement anti-bullying strategies.
• Oversee policies on suspensions and exclusions.
• Lead initiatives for alternative provision and off-site education.
• Coordinate Governor Behaviour Panels and Team Around the Child meetings.
• Oversee the rewards system to motivate students.
• Act as the senior mental health lead.
• Provide strategic leadership for Personal and Professional Development.
• Monitor and report on Governors’ KPIs.
• Provide operational leadership and manage the Academy alongside the Headteacher.
• Assist in leadership and management, including in the Headteacher’s absence.
• Lead and manage significant areas of the Academy.
• Monitor and evaluate policy implementation.
• Manage staff and resources effectively.
• Ensure high-quality education and improved standards.
• Contribute to the Academy improvement plan.
• Evaluate the Academy’s performance regularly.
• Maintain high expectations for attendance and punctuality.
• Create a safe, calm, and well-ordered environment promoting exemplary behaviour.
• Foster a culture of confident, self-assured learners with positive attitudes.
• Encourage student engagement for future readiness.
• Implement strategies to challenge prejudice and prevent bullying.
• Work with the Headteacher to monitor and improve teaching quality and student achievement.

Personal and Professional Development

• Stay informed about new research and practices from bodies like DFE, Ofsted, NCSL, SSAT.
• Review personal practice regularly, set targets, and pursue development.
• Manage workload to maintain work/life balance.

Additional Information

• The job description is indicative; flexibility is essential due to evolving needs.
• An Enhanced DBS Check is required upon appointment.

Please refer to the attached 'Job Profile' for further details on roles, responsibilities, and the person specification.