Deputy Headteacher: SEND Leader & School Innovator

Knowsley Libraries; Knowsley, Nottingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebell Park School seeks an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join the leadership team and drive strategic direction across the school. You will work closely with the Headteacher to raise standards in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes, especially for students with complex needs.

The role requires a proven track record in senior leadership, a deep understanding of SEND, and a commitment to inclusive, pupil-centred practice.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience with proven impact.
• Strong knowledge of SEND.
• Commitment to inclusion and pupil-centred practice.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to develop others and lead whole-school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across the school.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
• Ensure outstanding outcomes for pupils with diverse needs.
• Lead school improvement initiatives and monitor impact.
• Support curriculum development and innovation.
• Promote excellence in behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Develop staff to reach their professional potential.
• Build partnerships with families and external agencies.

Skills

Senior leadership

SEND knowledge

Inclusion focus

People development

Strategic planning

Job description

Bluebell Park School seeks an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join the leadership team and drive strategic direction across the school. You will work closely with the Headteacher to raise standards in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes, especially for students with complex needs.

The role requires a proven track record in senior leadership, a deep understanding of SEND, and a commitment to inclusive, pupil-centred practice.