Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher – Castle Hill School, Audley, 2 Nantwich Road, Audley, Stoke-on-Trent ST7 8DH Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 | Full Time (40 hours/week) Purpose of the Role The Deputy Headteacher supports the Headteacher in providing effective leadership and management of the school. The role is pivotal in driving high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour, and pastoral care in a trauma-informed, therapeutic environment. The Deputy acts as a role model for staff, embodying the school’s EPIC values (Excellence, Passion, Integrity, Caring) and the professional behaviours outlined in the Staff Code of Conduct Policy. At Castle Hill School We are committed to each and every one of our pupils, providing specialist support tailored to everyone’s unique needs and helping all pupils from KS1 to KS3 achieve their full potential. Children often come to our school with negative perceptions of the education system, having experienced repeated rejection. We are dedicated to turning their experience of learning into a positive one. Key Responsibilities Support the Headteacher in establishing and sustaining the school’s culture and ethos, promoting inclusion, respect, and high expectations Model and uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and integrity as set out in the Staff Code of Conduct Promote fundamental British values and ensure these are embedded in school life and practice Foster a positive, collaborative, and reflective professional culture focused on continuous improvement Lead by example in maintaining attendance, punctuality, and professional standards. Requirements QTS/QTLS is a requirement Proven leadership experience in a special school or complex educational setting Strong knowledge of the Estyn inspection framework, safeguarding, SEND, and trauma-informed practice Ability to lead teams, motivate staff, and model professional conduct as per the Staff Code of Conduct Excellent interpersonal skills with staff, pupils, parents, and external pa