Deputy Headteacher - Teaching & Learning

Outcomes First Group; Stonegate; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with employer matching

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Health, wellbeing and insurance

Discounts (UK & international)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support with enhanced le

Job summary

Bricklehurst Manor School, part of Outcomes First Group, seeks a Deputy Headteacher – Teaching & Learning to join our senior leadership team. You will help shape teaching quality, curriculum development, assessment and staff development to raise outcomes for students with complex needs.

We require QTS and significant leadership experience in education, with a focus on trauma-informed and therapeutically aligned practice. Collaboration across education, therapy and pastoral teams is essential.

Qualifications

• QTS is required and evidence of leadership in an education setting.
• Strong understanding of curriculum design, assessment and effective pedagogy.
• Proven track record of improving teaching and learning.
• Excellent coaching, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to analyze data to drive improvement and raise standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop teaching, learning and assessment across the school.
• Drive school improvement priorities and contribute to strategic planning.
• Monitor and improve teaching quality through coaching, observations and QA activities.
• Lead development of an ambitious, engaging and trauma-informed curriculum.
• Oversee assessment, progress tracking and reporting systems.
• Use data to identify trends, remove barriers and improve student outcomes.
• Lead professional development and grow future school leaders.
• Work with therapeutic and pastoral teams for integrated education.

Skills

QTS required

Leadership experience

Curriculum design

Pedagogy & assessment

Coaching & staff development

Data-driven improvement

Inclusion & safeguarding

Education

NPQH/NPQEL or equivalent

Experience in SEMH/SEND

Job description

At Bricklehurst Manor School, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to feel safe, develop a sense of belonging, and fulfil their potential. Guided by our vision of Be Safe, Belong, Be You, we provide a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where young people with complex needs can thrive both academically and personally. We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher – Teaching & Learning to join our senior leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational leader who is passionate about educational excellence and committed to improving outcomes for students with additional needs. Working alongside the Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the quality of teaching, learning and curriculum provision across the school, ensuring every student receives an engaging, meaningful and ambitious education. As Deputy Headteacher – Teaching & Learning, you will lead on teaching quality, curriculum development, assessment and staff development across the school. You will drive a culture of high expectations, continuous improvement and evidence-informed practice, ensuring that teaching is both trauma-informed and therapeutically aligned. You will work collaboratively with education, therapy and pastoral teams to create an integrated approach that supports academic achievement, personal growth and successful EHCP outcomes for every student.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and developing teaching, learning and assessment across the school.
• Driving school improvement priorities and contributing to strategic planning.
• Monitoring and improving the quality of teaching through coaching, observations and quality assurance activities.
• Leading the development of an ambitious, engaging and trauma-informed curriculum.
• Overseeing assessment, progress tracking and reporting systems.
• Using data to identify trends, remove barriers and improve student outcomes.
• Leading professional development and supporting the growth of future school leaders.
• Working closely with therapeutic and pastoral teams to ensure a truly integrated approach to education.
• Supporting wider school operations, staffing and resource planning.
• Deputising for the Headteacher when required.

We are looking for a confident and compassionate leader who can inspire others and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• QTS required
• Significant leadership experience within an educational setting.
• A strong understanding of curriculum design, assessment and effective pedagogy.
• A proven track record of improving teaching and learning.
• Excellent coaching, communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to use data effectively to drive improvement and raise standards.
• A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and achieving the very best outcomes for every student.

Desirable

• NPQH, NPQEL or an equivalent leadership qualification.
• Experience working within SEMH, SEND or specialist education settings.
• Experience leading inspection preparation and school improvement initiatives.
• Experience of whole-school timetabling and operational leadership.

About Our School

Bricklehurst Manor School is a new school that caters for up to 60 students with SEMH and associated needs. We offer a wide range of opportunities to develop your career while taking on rewarding challenges. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.

All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

At OFG Education

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve. Whatever your role, joining OFG education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support