Deputy Headteacher – Pastoral (DSL)

Kingsthorpe College; Northampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsthorpe College invites applications for the role of Deputy Headteacher - Pastoral. You will lead safeguarding, behaviour, inclusion, and attendance, with strategic overview of pastoral provision and development of CPD programmes.

The successful candidate will articulate a compelling vision for safeguarding and behaviour and will be prepared to contribute to career development opportunities within the Trust.

Qualifications

• Drive safeguarding and behaviour strategy as part of pastoral leadership.
• Provide strategic overview of pastoral provision including inclusion, attitudes and attendance.
• Lead CPD programmes and professional learning afternoons for staff.

Responsibilities

• Be the designated safeguarding lead and oversee safeguarding practices.
• Lead staff on pastoral development and behaviour strategies.
• Support improvement of pupil outcomes through pastoral leadership and CPD.
• Collaborate with leadership to deliver world-class education experiences.

Job description

Deputy Headteacher - Pastoral

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and inspirational leader with a track record of improving standards as a Deputy or Assistant Headteacher.

As Deputy Headteacher you will be responsible for the strategic overview and leadership of our pastoral provision. This would comprise being the designated safeguarding lead, student behaviour, inclusion, attitudes and attendance.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will bring staff on the journey with you to achieve outstanding procedures and outcomes in these areas. This will include supporting the development and implementation of our comprehensive CPD programme utilising our professional learning afternoons each Wednesday.

The successful candidate will clearly articulate their vision for Safeguarding and Behaviour strategies to ensure that that pupils receive and achieve the world class education, experiences and outcomes.

With our Trust growing, we are likely to have many more career development opportunities coming up in future.

Closing date for applications is at 9.00 am Monday, 5th October 2026. Provisional interview dates: 8th / 9th October 2026.

If this role attracts sufficient interest before closing date, we may decide to interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

If you have any queries or wish to visit the school, please contact us at:

t: 01604 716106

e: [e-mail]

We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people.

Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded.

Orbis Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance and appropriate checks in line with KCSIE and safer recruitment guidelines. The school is committed to Equal Opportunities in Employment.