Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher

Are you a creative, forward-thinking, inclusive, caring and ambitious leader with the drive and commitment to raise achievement?

Are you passionate about providing the best opportunities and outcomes for young people who have SEND?

Then join our inspirational team and make a difference to the lives of our students every day.

Who are Peak Education?

We are an alternative education provider with 4 registered independent day schools and we help our students to get the most out of education and overcome social, emotional and behavioural barriers. We use academic, vocational and adventure programmes to build confidence and self-worth, making mainstream learning accessible to all.

Responsibilities of appointment:

· Be an active participant of the school leadership team.

· Lead by example, holding and articulating clear values and moral purpose, and focusing on providing excellent education for all pupils.

· Assist the Headteacher in the strategic leadership and management of the school.

· Assist the Headteacher in the day to day organisation and management of the school.

· Support and/or represent the Headteacher at meetings as and when required.

· Deputise for the Headteacher in their absence from the school. A Deputy Headteacher must undertake their professional duties to the extent required by the Headteacher.

· Undertake such duties as delegated by the Headteacher.

· Be responsible for the standards and curriculum of all pupils including monitoring of progress towards achievement.

· Manage staff and resources.

· Play a major role, under the overall direction of the Headteacher, in formulating, implementing and reviewing the School Development Plan.

· Deputy Designated Safeguarding lead.

What do we offer you:

• Full induction and introductory programme
• Fully funded CPD training.
• Enhanced pay scales that recognise both qualifications and experience
• Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay
• A great employee Benefits programme
• NEST Pension Scheme
• Life assurance

Safeguarding

Peak is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; applicants will therefore be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes including an enhanced DBS disclosure.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting www.gov.uk.