Deputy Headteacher Needed ASAP

Company: TeacherActive
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Deputy Head Teacher

Location: Brierley Hill

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Paid to Scale

Are you an experienced Deputy Head Teacher with a passion for supporting students with complex needs? Do you have strong leadership skills and experience working with PMLD and SLD learners? Are you looking for a full-time Deputy Head Teacher role with the opportunity to become permanent? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Brierley Hill supporting children and young people aged 4-19 with PMLD, SLD and non-verbal communication needs. The school provides a highly supportive and nurturing environment, with a strong focus on individualised learning, communication development and life skills.

The school is looking to take on a full-time Deputy Head Teacher on a long‑term basis, with the potential to lead to a permanent position for the right Deputy Head Teacher. The successful Deputy Head Teacher will support the Head Teacher in leading the school, overseeing teaching and learning, and ensuring high-quality provision for pupils with complex needs including PMLD, SLD and non-verbal learners.

Qualifications

  • QTS and senior leadership experience within a school setting
  • Experience working with students with PMLD, SLD and non-verbal needs
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills
  • Experience supporting staff development and improving teaching standards
  • Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
  • A compassionate, resilient and proactive approach

Benefits

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
  • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
  • Market leading rates of pay
  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.

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Posted: May 1st, 2026