Assistant Headteacher
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Assistant Headteacher
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 2FS
Job start date: 1 September 2026
Closing date: 15 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed: 1 May 2026
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Details
- Job role: Assistant headteacher
- Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
About the Role
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are looking for an outstanding Assistant Headteacher to join our lovely school and support our commitment to delivering exceptional education and care. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking leadership team and help shape a learning environment where every pupil is happy and supported.
In this role, you will work closely with the senior leadership to promote positive outcomes, and ensure that our provision meets the diverse needs of all our pupils. You will play a key role in leading specific areas of school improvement, while modelling excellence and inspiring staff and pupils alike.
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a special school for pupils aged 2-19. We offer a happy and supportive environment, where pupils are given the best opportunities through an individualised curriculum and pathway.
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we believe that it is imperative that everyone within our community is: “working together to inspire, nurture and empower”
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe every role has the power to transform a life. ... Our values—opportunity, integrity, collaboration, and equity—guide everything we do.
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Further Information
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
Commitment to Safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
- medical
- online and social media
- prohibition from teaching
- right to work
- satisfactory references
- suitability to work with children
Application Instructions
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job. CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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Interviews week commencing 18th May - exact date to be confirmed