DEPUTY HEAD TEACHER

*** Deputy Headteacher
*** £55,746 - £67,897 (L4-L12)
*** Permanent – September 2026

I love working with this school, they truly put the children they support first, have an amazing SLT and welcoming team and I cannot wait to tell you more about their journey and what they are aspiring to.

The Role:
They are looking for a Deputy Head Teacher who can help shape the future of a school through strong leadership, clear strategy, and high expectations of what they children you support can achieve? Can you support growth across the school working alongside the Headteacher to continue to drive standards, culture, and long-term success for this amazing setting? Is so we need to talk.

You will be:
Able to lead and inspire whilst ensuring everything that you and your team do will benefit the children you support. An experienced senior leader with the judgement, resilience, and creativity to make a real impact. You combine strong leadership skills with a clear understanding of teaching and learning, communicate well with staff and stakeholders, and know how to balance day-to-day operational demands with long-term strategic planning.
Requirements:

• Leadership Experience - A Deputy or aspiring Deputy Head Teacher
• Teaching and Learning - Great understanding of what happens in the classroom.
• Communication – Confident verbal and written communication with staff, governors, parents, and importantly children.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Career Commitment – A strong commitment to leadership, pupil outcomes, and the continued success of the school.

The School:
This school in Birmingham offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader to join the senior team in a permanent role from September 2026. You will be part of a setting with real potential, a fabulous local reputation and the opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future for the children you support. This is a role for someone who wants to help lead with purpose, support staff, strengthen teaching and learning, and contribute meaningfully to whole-school growth. Does this sound like you?

How to Apply
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Deputy Headteacher role. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss next steps and arrange interview. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date.

Due to the high number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.