Deputy Headteacher

We wish to appoint a Deputy Headteacher to take responsibility for Teaching & Learning at the school.

We are looking for an experienced colleague who would be excited not just to join our journey, but to help drive this journey and to be part of shaping the future of our unique school.


King Solomon High School is a culturally diverse and welcoming school on the East London/Essex border.  The school has a strong religious ethos but is equally welcoming to people of all faiths and of none. Our ethos of Learning, Community & Charity is central to everything we do. 

We would welcome your visit to the school between 7-10th June, prior to applications closing on 13th June. Shortlisting will take place on 15th June and interviews will take place on 23rd June.

What we can offer :  

• An Ethical Leadership Framework and Well-Being Charter that are embedded in the life of the school    
• A dedicated and hard-working team of Assistant Headteachers to support the DHT    
• A supportive and engaged governing body who are committed to the wellbeing of school leaders    
• Autonomy over the delivery of Teaching & Learning at KS
• A personalised pathway for professional development
  

What you can offer:  

• QTS  and professional development in a leadership role      
• A commitment to the school values of learning, community and charity and child-centred decision-making 
• Successful whole school leadership and management experience in a school setting 
• Experience of leading and delivering high quality and engaging teaching & learning
  

Reasons to work at King Solomon High School:  

• KS culture is supportive, friendly and we encourage staff at all levels to share good    practice and ideas. We strongly believe that teachers really can make a difference to our students’ lives.        
• Our students want to learn and be part of a community they take great pride in. Behaviour is good and there are robust strategies in place to enable new teachers to      establish themselves in the school.        
• Our school is a diverse and vibrant place where students respect and celebrate each      other’s differences. As a teacher, you will have the opportunity to join them in this enriching environment.        
• We have an ambitious sixth form and encourage our staff to teach to A-level.

Please click on the ‘apply’ button below to complete the application form for this role. To find out why we’re so proud of our School, visit our website now: www.kkshs.uk 

King Solomon High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment.