Deputy Headteacher — Transforming Alternative Provision

East Sussex County Council; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

East Sussex Academy, part of the London South East Academies Trust, is seeking a Deputy Headteacher (non-teaching) to lead the Hastings secondary provision and partner with the Headteacher and a strong Senior Leadership Team. The role focuses on safeguarding, inclusion, and raising attainment across multiple sites.

Applicants with leadership experience supporting vulnerable pupils in mainstream or specialist settings are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational leadership and management within secondary settings.
• Ability to support vulnerable pupils and raise attainment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the secondary provision in Hastings with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team.
• Drive improvement, safeguarding, and high-quality education across sites.
• Engage with staff, pupils, families, and wider Trust to deliver excellence.

Job description

East Sussex Academy, part of the London South East Academies Trust, is seeking a Deputy Headteacher (non-teaching) to lead the Hastings secondary provision and partner with the Headteacher and a strong Senior Leadership Team. The role focuses on safeguarding, inclusion, and raising attainment across multiple sites.

Applicants with leadership experience supporting vulnerable pupils in mainstream or specialist settings are encouraged.