- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1437 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Roding Valley High School website
Deputy Headteacher - Curriculum and Progress
More than one location, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
4 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
12 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Salary: L20 – L24 (£84,092 - £92,595 inclusive of London Fringe Allowance)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Deputy Headteacher – Curriculum and Progress
Contract term: Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Contract type: Full Time
Salary:L20 – L24 (£84,092 - £92,595 inclusive of London Fringe Allowance)
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An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, values-driven leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Headteacher. This role is central to shaping the strategic direction of our school, driving excellence in teaching and learning, and ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, curriculum design and operational leadership.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and Governors to deliver an ambitious vision for our students, staff, and wider community. As Deputy Headteacher, you will lead whole-school improvement, oversee key operational systems, and deputise for the Headteacher when required.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strategic leadership with the ability to set direction and inspire others
- Expertise in teaching practice, learning development and curriculum design
- Exceptional communication skills and the capacity to build strong relationships with all stakeholders
- Strong analytical and organisational skills, with confidence in data-driven decision-making
- An unwavering commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and the wellbeing of students and staff
This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a forward-thinking department within a supportive and experienced team. If you are looking to work in a 'very good school with an outstanding sixth form' (Ofsted 2022), with fantastic facilities then Roding Valley could be the place for you.
We can offer:
- an outstanding ECT provision and support
- a friendly and supportive working environment
- a comprehensive induction programme and the opportunity to engage in further professional development
- Bike to Work Scheme
- freshly made food on-site delivered through our excellent canteen facilities
"RVHS is a great place to work as it combines the freedom to be creative in your teaching alongside the support which ensures you are best able to do your job."
You will be joining a school with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders at senior and middle leadership levels and a commitment to the professional development of staff. RVHS is keen to embrace an approach that is centred on teaching and learning and the academic attainment of our students. RVHS is an 11-18 school in Essex, that enjoys a good reputation in the local area and benefits from excellent transport links, including being adjacent to Loughton tube station (Central Line).
The school is also part of The Chelmsford Learning Partnership, a successful and established multi-academy trust with11 schools across Essex.
For more information see the school website https://www.rodingvalley.net
Informal discussions with Dan Charlton - Headteacher are welcome. Please emailrecruitment@rodingvalley.netfor further information.
Closing date*: Noon on Wednesday 4 March 2026
Interview dates: Tuesday 10 March. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a second day on Wednesday 11 March.
*Whilst there is a published closing date for this vacancy, we reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive sufficient applications. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.
The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
- Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
- The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.
As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.
In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
- an outstanding ECT provision and support
- a friendly and supportive working environment
- a comprehensive induction programme and the opportunity to engage in further professional development
- Bike to Work Scheme
- freshly made food on-site delivered through our excellent canteen facilities
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About The Chelmsford Learning Partnership
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- GTravers@CLPTrust.com
The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is a successful and established multi-academy trust based in Essex.
There are currently 11 schools in the CLP multi academy trust; Barnes Farm Primary School, Lakelands Primary School, Runwell Community Primary School, The Beaulieu Park School, The Boswells School, The Tyrrells Primary School, William de Ferrers School and Woodville Primary School.
We believe that, as a collective of schools, we are stronger together and that by working together we provide an outstanding education for every child in our family of schools.
School Details
Roding Valley High School
Arranging a visit to The Chelmsford Learning Partnership
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email GTravers@CLPTrust.com.
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