Deputy Headteacher - Pastoral

Tile Cross Academy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

This is a fantastic leadership opportunity for a committed and talented leader to join the Tile Cross Leadership team as Deputy Headteacher leading on Pastoral. This position is fundamental to ensuring that all pupils are safe and looked after, enjoy their time at Tile Cross, and thrive within a friendly and welcoming setting.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting our young people to become outstanding members of society and ensure that all pupils strive and reach their full potential. They will work with Assistant Heads to develop safeguarding and pastoral care, building upon current strengths, as part of our journey to ‘Outstanding’.

The focus of this role is Pastoral, working with the Head of Academy and senior leaders to:

• Develop and oversee the pastoral ethos of the school
• Provide outstanding safeguarding for pupils
• Develop excellent behaviour for learning
• Oversee recognition and rewards across the Academy
• Provide excellent pastoral care, guidance, and support
• Line manage the pastoral senior and middle leadership team
• Lead personal development, behaviour, and welfare of pupils
• Lead inclusion provision
• Manage whole school attendance and admissions
• Take responsibility for GDPR, website, and social media

The successful candidate will demonstrate strategic leadership with the ability to inspire and enthuse the school community. Applicants should be passionate advocates for safeguarding and personal development, fostering a positive climate for learning and social interaction. We seek a self-motivated, well-organized team player to play a key role across the Academy.

Tile Cross Academy is a small, caring 11-16 comprehensive school, part of Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust, created on 1st May 2017. We are proud winners of ‘School of the Year’ and focus on high expectations through our Character Programme. We aim to provide high-quality education in an environment of mutual respect, valuing everyone as an important member of our community. We celebrate diversity and uphold a Rights Respecting ethos.

We serve students from diverse backgrounds, providing a standard of academic excellence for secondary education. We are committed to supporting students to achieve their full potential.

In return, we offer:

• A collaborative and inclusive culture with regular upskilling and learning opportunities.
• Structured CPD via the National College online platform and apprenticeships, including Level 7 Senior Leaders Masters.
• Career pathways and goals planning through our Professional Growth and Performance (PPG) process.
• A wellbeing culture, including paid/unpaid leave, wellbeing champions, and staff surveys.
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and wellbeing advice.
• Supportive policies such as Life Leave, Wellbeing, Career Break, and Family Friendly policies.
• A generous Teachers’ Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• A comprehensive rewards package including Long Service Awards, Employee Referral Scheme, Cycle to Work, and eye-sight tests.
• Participation in Trust-wide groups on Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Wellbeing.
• Onsite parking at all schools.

N.B. CVs will not be accepted.

As part of our recruitment, we conduct online searches in line with KCSIE guidelines.

Closing Early: We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Early application is encouraged.

Applications must be your own work. Use of AI in applications may lead to disqualification.

We value our staff and offer a supportive, inclusive environment. Informal conversations are welcome; please contact Amy Milner – PA to the Headteacher at [e-mail].

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and certain convictions are protected under filtering rules. Fluency in spoken English is an essential requirement.

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