Deputy Headteacher

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Deputy Headteacher for a secondary school in Reading. The role offers a salary up to £65,000 and requires prior senior leadership experience alongside Qualified Teacher Status. Applicants should have strong knowledge in curriculum design and staff development while managing behavior and pastoral care. This position includes opportunities for leadership development and support within the educational sector.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Onsite parking

Wellbeing programme

Leadership development and CPD support

Qualifications

• Prior senior leadership experience in a secondary school setting.
• Experience across KS3–KS5, including staff development.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, assessment, and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy for teaching, learning, and assessment across KS3–KS5.
• Analyse data to monitor pupil progress and guide achievement-focused teams.
• Oversee curriculum development and maintain high-quality provision.
• Lead behaviour management and pastoral care.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Strong knowledge of curriculum

Behaviour management skills

Pastoral care understanding

Experience with SEND

Coaching and mentoring skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)

Job description

Deputy Headteacher – Secondary School

Step into a leadership role in a secondary school supporting KS3–KS5 education. This Deputy Headteacher post carries responsibility for curriculum, teaching standards, and staff development, working alongside a supportive senior leadership team. The role is full-time, permanent, and offers a salary of up to £65,000.

Before You Apply

• This role requires prior senior leadership experience in a secondary school setting.
• Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent).
• Experience across KS3–KS5, including staff development and curriculum oversight, is essential.

Key Job Details

• Job title: Deputy Headteacher
• Salary: Up to £65,000 per year
• Sector: Education – Secondary School
• Location: Reading

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Direct influence on teaching, learning and school strategy
• Opportunity to lead curriculum development and staff coaching
• Leadership development and CPD support available
• Pension scheme, onsite parking, and wellbeing programme

What You’ll Need

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
• Experience as a Deputy Headteacher or similar leadership role
• Experience teaching across KS3–KS5
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, assessment, and staff development
• Understanding of behaviour management, pastoral care, SEND, and safeguarding
• Experience with whole-school strategy and policy development

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy for teaching, learning, and assessment across KS3–KS5
• Analyse data to monitor pupil progress and guide achievement-focused teams
• Oversee curriculum development and maintain high-quality provision
• Lead behaviour management, pastoral care, and SEND inclusion
• Deliver CPD, coaching, and mentoring for teaching staff
• Maintain safeguarding standards in line with national requirements
• Build positive relationships with staff, students, families, and partners

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly to discuss the role and next steps.