Deputy Headteacher

Lancaster School, Westcliff-on-Sea; Burnham-on-Crouch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and dedicated Deputy Headteacher to join their thriving team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire both students and staff in a school dedicated to supporting students with complex needs. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the school, contributing to its growth and success as it expands its student capacity. If you are an ambitious leader with a commitment to excellence in education, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with children having severe or profound learning difficulties.
• Ambitious and inspiring leader with a passion for education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school in achieving educational excellence.
• Inspire and support staff and students in their learning journey.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Teaching Skills

Organizational Skills

Strategic Planning

Passion for Education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership Qualification

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC8827005-75L
Position Type: Deputy Headteacher
Pay Range: Leadership 8-22

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 16/05/2025 Midday
Date of Interviews: TBC

We are seeking a Deputy Headteacher to join our established team and build on our success as a thriving school. Lancaster currently has 130 students and is expanding, with a building project aiming to increase the roll to 160 by September 2026.

The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm, passion, and commitment, and be an outstanding teacher experienced with children who have severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties. They should be ambitious for the school and themselves, possess successful leadership experience, inspire others, lead by example, and handle organisational and strategic responsibilities.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. For more information, please visit the school's website or contact the Headteacher, Tom Jackson-Owens, at 01702 342 543 or [e-mail].

Information about the School

Lancaster School is an Academy special school for up to 100 students aged 14-19 with complex needs, including severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), neurological impairments, physical and medical difficulties, and additional social and emotional support needs before transferring to local colleges at post-19.

Part of the SEN Trust Southend, Lancaster School collaborates with three other special schools to meet the needs of pupils requiring specialist support. The Multi-Academy Trust was established to support this work.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment practices to ensure safeguarding. Appropriate checks and clearances will be conducted.

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Contact details:
Natalie
Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-Sea
Essex, SS0 0RT
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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