Deputy Headteacher, SEN School - Trauma-Informed Leadership

Keys Children; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Referral bonus

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Blue light discount card

Fully funded training and skills

Enhanced pay scales

Wellbeing app and discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Education is seeking a Deputy Headteacher for New Ways School in Birmingham. The role supports the Headteacher in leadership, behaviour, and pastoral care within a trauma-informed environment.

The school serves 11-19 year olds with SEND needs, including Autism, across two sites. Applicants should have QTS/QTLS and proven leadership in a complex educational setting, with a focus on safeguarding and Ofsted readiness.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS is a requirement.
• Proven leadership experience in a special school or complex educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, SEND, and trauma-informed practice; Ofsted framework.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in establishing and sustaining the school's culture and ethos.
• Model professional conduct according to the Staff Code of Conduct.
• Promote British values and integrate them into school life.
• Foster collaborative, reflective professional culture for continuous improvement.
• Lead by example on attendance, punctuality, and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Ofsted knowledge

Trauma-informed practice

Staff motivation

Interpersonal skills

Education

QTS/QTLS

Job description

Keys Education is seeking a Deputy Headteacher for New Ways School in Birmingham. The role supports the Headteacher in leadership, behaviour, and pastoral care within a trauma-informed environment.

The school serves 11-19 year olds with SEND needs, including Autism, across two sites. Applicants should have QTS/QTLS and proven leadership in a complex educational setting, with a focus on safeguarding and Ofsted readiness.