Deputy Headteacher

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary special school is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to join its Senior Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will be an outstanding practitioner who can lead and inspire both staff and pupils while fostering a pupil-centered environment. Strong emphasis on teamwork and effective communication is essential. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a vibrant school community.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Safe learning environment

Qualifications

• Outstanding practitioner with a passion for education and SEND.
• Experience in leading and inspiring staff and pupils.
• Commitment to improving pupil lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire staff and pupils.
• Develop and implement strategies for pupil achievement.
• Ensure a safe and secure learning environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Pupil-centered approach

Job description

Deputy Headteacher

Southall School, off Rowan Avenue, Dawley, Telford,
Shropshire, TF4 3PX

www.southallschool.com

Leadership Range (L18 – 22)

Required to start: As soon as possible – dependant on notice period.

Southall School is a secondary special school in Dawley for pupils with learning difficulties and complex needs. Southall is currently oversubscribed with 211 pupils aged between 11 and 16 on roll.All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and increasing numbers of pupils require specialist support for a range of needs including personal care, speech and language and physiotherapy.

We have an opportunity for someone to join our enthusiastic Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Headteacher. We require someone who is committed to providing first class education and care, who will continue to raise attainment and achievement, whilst also enabling our pupils to develop vital life skills and become independent, young people. You must be an outstanding practitioner, capable of inspiring staff and pupils alike.

We welcome applicants from all educational backgrounds (primary or secondary, specialist setting or mainstream).All we ask is that you are an outstanding, pupil-centered practitioner and leader with a passion for education and SEND.

We can offer:

• A warm welcome to the Southall School family.
• An exceptional team of staff who are highly skilled, passionate about their roles and dedicated to delivering our vision.
• A safe and secure learning environment.
• Opportunities for development.
• 211 reasons to make you smile. Our wonderful pupils who approach each day with enthusiasm, optimism and resilience – our pride and joy.

We require someone who can demonstrate:

• The skills to lead and inspire staff and pupils.
• A commitment to improving the lives of our pupils within our school and community.
• A belief and commitment to the power of teamwork.
• Outstanding skills as a communicator and practitioner.

For further information please read the Deputy Headteacher Application Pack.

For an informal discussion, or to arrange to visit Southall School (during w/c8th September), please contact Karen James, School Business Manager, on 01952387600 [e-mail]

Please send completed applications to Tracey Roberts [e-mail] by 9am on Monday 15th September.

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 22nd September 2025.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and receipt of two satisfactory references. This post will be subject to a Google search.

Attached documents
Recruitment Pack
Application Form