Trauma-Informed Deputy Headteacher — Special School

Keys Children; Audley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff referral bonus £500

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Discount card for blue light services

Fully funded training and quals

Enhanced pay scales based on exp

Wellbeing app and discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Education is seeking a Deputy Headteacher for Castle Hill School in Audley to provide strategic leadership and drive high standards across teaching, learning and pastoral care in a trauma-informed setting.

The successful candidate will model professional conduct, uphold EPIC values, and lead collaboration with staff, pupils and external partners to foster inclusive practice and continued school improvement.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS registration is a requirement.
• Proven leadership experience in a special school or complex educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Estyn 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.

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

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Education

QTS/QTLS

Job description

Keys Education is seeking a Deputy Headteacher for Castle Hill School in Audley to provide strategic leadership and drive high standards across teaching, learning and pastoral care in a trauma-informed setting.

The successful candidate will model professional conduct, uphold EPIC values, and lead collaboration with staff, pupils and external partners to foster inclusive practice and continued school improvement.