Deputy Headteacher - Therapeutic Education Leader

Keys; Buxton; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Blue light discount card

Fully funded training and quals

Enhanced pay scales based on exp and q

Employee wellbeing discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Education is seeking a Deputy Headteacher for Oaklands Manor, a therapeutic educational setting. The role supports the Headteacher with leadership, culture, and high expectations across all aspects of teaching, behaviour and pastoral care in a trauma-informed environment.

Oaklands Manor provides tailored support for pupils living in the Keys Group Residential Home, in a rural setting with modern classrooms and a strong emphasis on Individual Education and Behaviour Plans.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS is a requirement.
• Proven leadership experience in a special school or complex educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Ofsted ISS inspection framework, safeguarding, SEND, and trauma-informed practice.
• Ability to lead teams, motivate staff, and model professional conduct as per the Staff Code of Conduct.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with staff, pupils, parents, and external partners.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), alongside substantial experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Strong understanding of residential children's home settings, including the safeguarding responsibilities and multi-agency approaches that support positive outcomes for children and young people

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in establishing and sustaining the school’s culture and ethos, promoting inclusion, respect, and high expectations
• Model and uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and integrity as set out in the Staff Code of Conduct
• Promote fundamental British values and ensure these are embedded in school life and practice
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and reflective professional culture focused on continuous improvement
• Lead by example in maintaining attendance, punctuality, and professional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Team motivation

Professional conduct

Education

QTS/QTLS

Job description

Keys Education is seeking a Deputy Headteacher for Oaklands Manor, a therapeutic educational setting. The role supports the Headteacher with leadership, culture, and high expectations across all aspects of teaching, behaviour and pastoral care in a trauma-informed environment.

Oaklands Manor provides tailored support for pupils living in the Keys Group Residential Home, in a rural setting with modern classrooms and a strong emphasis on Individual Education and Behaviour Plans.