Deputy Head of School – Independent Provision
📍 Location: Northampton (with travel as required)
💷 Salary: Up to £45,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
🕐 Full-time, Permanent
Academics are acting as an agency in relation to this vacancy.
Are you an experienced senior leader ready for your next challenge? Academics is proud to be working with a highly regarded independent provider in Northampton to recruit a passionate and dynamic Deputy Head of School.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to join a specialist setting in Northampton, supporting young people with additional needs through a personalised, inclusive curriculum. As Deputy Head of School, you will play a key leadership role in driving forward standards, supporting staff development, and ensuring the school remains inspection-ready at all times.
About the Role:
As Deputy Head of School, you will support the Head of School and the wider leadership team in the operational and strategic management of the school. You will lead on curriculum delivery, student behaviour, safeguarding, and staff performance—making a real difference in the lives of young learners in Northampton.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the day-to-day operational management of the school
* Ensure delivery of a broad, high-quality, and engaging curriculum
* Lead on safeguarding, student welfare, and staff behaviour support
* Contribute to a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement
* Represent the school positively within the Northampton community
Essential Requirements:
* QTS or QTLS with a relevant degree
* Proven leadership experience within a school or alternative provision
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and SEND best practice
* Exceptional organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Desirable:
* NPQSL or NPQH
* Experience working with challenging behaviours or in an independent school
* Familiarity with virtual learning environments
This Deputy Head of School role offers the opportunity to join a forward-thinking school in Northampton, where your leadership can directly shape outcomes for students who benefit from a nurturing and aspirational learning environment.
📩 To apply or learn more about the Deputy Head of School role in Northampton, please contact Academics today.
Academics Ltd is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment guidelines.
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