Deputy Principal - Student Experience & Inclusion Leader

Colne Valley High School; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Colne Valley High School, part of Great Heights Academy Trust, is seeking a Deputy Principal to lead the Quality of Student Experience. The role is a permanent full-time position with a January 2027 start, based in Huddersfield.

You will shape behaviour, attendance, inclusion and safeguarding while fostering an inclusive, high‑expectation culture. The post offers strategic leadership within a developing trust and improvement journey.

Qualifications

• Evidence of impact and progress in a similar whole‑school leadership role.
• Passionate about teaching and learning with a drive for excellence.
• Caring, patient and able to build strong relationships with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic work across behaviour, attendance, inclusion and safeguarding.
• Be a highly visible, resilient leader focused on removing barriers to success.
• Inspire and motivate students and colleagues to achieve academic and personal growth.
• Operate in a setting near the Pennine Hills with strong transport links.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

High expectations

Job description

Colne Valley High School, part of Great Heights Academy Trust, is seeking a Deputy Principal to lead the Quality of Student Experience. The role is a permanent full-time position with a January 2027 start, based in Huddersfield.

You will shape behaviour, attendance, inclusion and safeguarding while fostering an inclusive, high‑expectation culture. The post offers strategic leadership within a developing trust and improvement journey.