Deputy Headteacher

Polaris Inc; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Education - ISP Battle School in Battle, East Sussex is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to lead safeguarding, curriculum and staff development.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, data-driven behavior management, and inclusion for SEND learners. The successful candidate will drive teaching quality and collaborate with families and external partners to improve pupil outcomes.

Qualifications

• QTS is required and experience with SEND is essential.
• Experience delivering high-quality education tailored for SEND students.
• Previous senior or middle leadership experience in a compassionate, therapeutic environment.
• Excellent collaboration skills with staff, pupils and families.
• Ability to establish and develop systems aligned with school values.

Responsibilities

• Champion safeguarding practices, support vulnerable pupils and families, and ensure staff understand their responsibilities.
• Drive behaviour and attendance initiatives using data to monitor trends and promote positive behaviour.
• Ensure high-quality teaching and learning with inclusion and differentiated instruction for SEND students.
• Monitor and report on the learning needs, progress, and achievements of pupils.
• Contribute to whole-school organisation and curriculum strategy.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and external professionals to secure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Support and manage staff teams, fostering a culture of cooperation and continuous improvement.

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Deputy Headteacher

Date Posted: 2026-10-01T07:53:06

Location: Saint Leonards-on-Sea, GB

Application Deadline: 2026-10-30T16:47:08.7

Job Description

Join Our Team as Deputy Headteacher at Polaris Education - ISP Battle School

Basic Salary: Up to £46,790.02 per annum

Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only

Location: Battle, East Sussex

Why Choose Us?

At ISP School, nestled in the beautiful Glengorse Estate, we provide specialist education for 7-18-year-olds with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH), communication and interaction needs, and cognition and learning needs. Our mission is to create a safe and supportive environment that inspires learning, encourages aspiration, and promotes achievement.

Your Role

We are on the lookout for an inspirational qualified teacher with a passion for working with vulnerable children. As our Deputy Headteacher, you will:

• Champion Safeguarding: Lead safeguarding practices, support vulnerable pupils and families, and ensure staff understand their responsibilities.
• Strategic Leadership: Drive behaviour and attendance initiatives using data to monitor trends and promote positive behaviour.
• Quality Teaching: Ensure high-quality teaching and learning, focusing on inclusion and differentiated instruction for SEND students.
• Assessment & Reporting: Monitor and report on the learning needs, progress, and achievements of pupils.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute to whole-school organisation and strategy, enhancing our curriculum.
• Collaborative Approach: Work with staff, parents, and external professionals to secure the best outcomes for our pupils.
• Team Management: Support and manage staff teams, fostering a culture of cooperation and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Experience in SEND is essential.
• Curriculum Delivery: Proven experience in delivering high-quality education tailored for young people with SEND.
• Leadership Experience: Previous senior or middle leadership experience in a compassionate, therapeutic environment.
• Communication Skills: Excellent collaboration skills to work inclusively with staff, pupils, and families.
• Proactive Attitude: Ability to establish and develop systems aligned with our school's values.

What We Offer You

• A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone.
• Support for your professional development through a variety of learning opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team dedicated to improving pupil outcomes.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, with the cost covered by ISP Battle School. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates.

Join us in our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Together, we can make a difference!