Assistant Headteacher

Brackenfield is a succesful and expanding special school in the South of Derbyshire. We are delighted to be opening additional premises from September 2025. The Head and Governors are looking to appoint a passionate, innovative and committed Deputy Head Teacher to join our established, experienced leadership team. The successful candidate will work with the Executive Head Teacher, Head of Site, Deputy Heads and wider leadership team to strategically and operationally lead the school.   

We are a school for children with complex learning and communication needs ranging from 3-19yrs. Brackenfield is a research based school and we work with external partners to ensure that our approaches reflect best practice in preparing young people with complex needs for adulthood.  

We welcome applications from established senior leaders exploring new challenges and looking to progress their career. We have a commitment to staff development and high quality CPD which is provided to our staff through the East Midlands SEND Training Hub which is based at the school.    

Applicants are encouraged to come and meet the Executive Head Teacher and have a tour of the school (please see contact below).  

Brackenfield School is committed to the safeguarding of all children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Brackenfield SEND School is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, preventing unlawful discrimination in all of its activities and to valuing diversity.  

If you would like more information please contact HR@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk.