*** Deputy Headteacher
*** £55,746 - £67,897 (L4-L12)
*** Permanent – September 2026
*** Superb school based in Gloucester
*** Support staff development and high-quality teaching and learning
The Role:
Work alongside the Headteacher to help lead the strategic and operational direction of the school. You will support staff development, drive high-quality teaching and learning, contribute to school improvement planning, and help create the conditions in which pupils and staff can perform at their best.
The Candidate:
You are an experienced senior leader with the credibility, judgement, and drive 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 support others while maintaining high expectations across the school.
Requirements
Leadership Experience – Proven leadership experience within a school setting.
Teaching and Learning – A strong understanding of effective classroom practice, staff development, and school improvement.
Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication with staff, governors, parents, and external stakeholders.
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 superb school in Gloucester 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 high standards, clear ambition, and the opportunity to influence teaching, staff development, and the wider strategic direction of the school.
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
Salary description
£55746.00 - £67897.00 per year