Deputy Headteacher - Secondment

Teaching Vacancies; Nuneaton and Bedworth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Nuneaton and Bedworth is seeking a committed and talented Deputy Headteacher to join their team on a full-time basis. This role includes strategic leadership and fostering a positive school culture while working closely with the Headteacher. The ideal candidate will have high expectations for student progress and demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an important phase of growth and improve the overall educational experience.

Benefits

Salary of Leadership 5

Qualifications

• High expectations for pupil progress and engagement.
• Enthusiastic and proactive approach to education.
• Ability to foster a positive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the headteacher in strategic leadership.
• Lead areas of school improvement.
• Engage with parents and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Motivational skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

We are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher on a full-time basis, who is committed and talented to join our team as soon as possible (preferably January or even after February half term 2026) for one term in the first instance although this may extend to two terms. The role would be two days based in the classroom and the remaining three days supporting and driving school improvement across the school with the Headteacher.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role during an important phase of growth and improvement. As part of this new chapter, we are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who can inspire, support and challenge a dedicated team of professionals who care deeply about the pupils and community.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the headteacher in strategic leadership
• Lead key areas of school improvement and development
• Foster a positive school culture
• Engage with parents and stakeholders
• English Lead
• Take the lead on reviewing and renewing the school curriculum
• Take accountability for the Assessment and Data review

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates with high expectations, who are able to motivate pupils to make outstanding progress and who want to make learning engaging and interesting. You must be enthusiastic, resilient & proactive as well as friendly and approachable; with excellent communication skills and have a passion for teaching.

What the School Offers

Arden Forest Infant School is seeking a full-time Deputy Headteacher to join our team. With a salary of Leadership 5, this role offers the chance to support our school through a period of change and contribute to raising standards and supporting behaviour.

Arden Forest is a two-form entry infant school, located on the outskirts of the large rural village of Bulkington. It is a mixed, lively community with its own shops, library and village centre. The school attracts children from within the local community, but also wider community, including Bedworth, the local army barracks (Bramcote) and traveller communities. We are a well‑regarded and happy school where children feel safe and valued.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical, online and social media, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.