Deputy Headteacher

Trafford Council; Urmston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to work alongside the Headteacher, providing strategic and operational leadership. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience and a passion for inclusive education, particularly with SEND. Responsibilities include staff development, driving school improvement, and deputising for the Headteacher as needed. The role comes with various benefits, such as salary sacrifice schemes and access to wellbeing services, while aiming to enhance the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice schemes for bikes and technology

Employee Assistance Programme

Teachers Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience as Assistant or Deputy Headteacher.
• Outstanding practitioner in SEND, particularly SEMH and Autism.
• Ability to inspire and lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight.
• Support staff through CPD and mentoring.
• Deputise for the Headteacher as required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Expertise in SEND (SEMH and Autism)

Ability to inspire teams

Commitment to inclusive education

Emotional intelligence

Job description

Deputy Headteacher

As Deputy Headteacher, you will work closely with the Headteacher to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across the academy.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop staff through high-quality CPD, mentoring, and wellbeing strategies
• Help drive whole-school improvement, with a focus on inclusion and trauma-informed practice
• Deputise for the Headteacher as required, ensuring continuity and stability in leadership

Who We Are Looking For

• Has significant leadership experience (e.g. Assistant or Deputy Headteacher)
• Is an outstanding practitioner with expertise in SEND, particularly SEMH and Autism
• Can inspire and lead high-performing teams through a culture of collaboration and respect
• Is deeply committed to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing
• Demonstrates integrity, emotional intelligence and strategic thinking

What We Offer

• Friendly, enthusiastic pupils eager to learn and succeed
• Supportive parents and carers committed to partnership with the school
• A dedicated and collaborative staff team that values trust, wellbeing, and consistency
• Bespoke performance management and coaching, tailored to career goals and aspirations
• A forward-thinking and research-informed approach to teaching, learning and leadership
• A unique learning environment embracing diverse teaching methods and styles
• An experienced and supportive leadership team to help achieve ambitions
• An exciting opportunity to shape the school's future with new initiatives and developments ahead

Benefits

• Salary sacrifice schemes for purchasing bikes and technology, through monthly interest-free salary deductions
• Employee Assistance Programme providing access to a range of wellbeing services
• Teachers Pension Scheme: auto-enrolled; opt-out available

Employment Requirements

This post requires a satisfactory two-year reference history, a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance and proof of legal working status in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996. An online search will be carried out and a Childcare Declaration form will be required from shortlisted candidates. A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on our website.

About Manor Academy

Manor Academy is part of the thriving Sovereign Trust, a growing Multi‑Academy Trust consisting of six special schools/academies/colleges, covering a wide range of SEND and phases of education. Our school provides specialist, personalised education to young people aged 11-16 with complex profiles. We work closely with families and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for both our children and their families.

Our staff team is deeply committed to delivering an outstanding education in partnership with the community. If you are flexible, creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about improving the lives of young people, we want to hear from you.

The Sovereign Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working for the Trust to share this commitment.