Deputy Headteacher

Glenwood School, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 4LW

Deadline is today

• Job start date

  13 April 2026

• Closing date

  25 January 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L14 - 18

What skills and experience we're looking for

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree or equivalent with evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the role
• Leadership/management training (e.g. NPQSL/NPQH) – desirable

Experience

• Successful teaching experience with pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and/or Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a special or mainstream school, including leading school improvement initiatives

• Experience of supporting and managing staff teams and working productively with parents/carers and multi‑agency professionals

• Experience of curriculum and assessment development, including for post‑16 learners and transition planning

Skills and Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of differentiation and best practice for pupils with complex SEND, including SLD/PMLD

• Excellent understanding of assessment and use of assessment information to drive progress
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and the ability to act as (or train to be) a Designated

Safeguarding Lead

• Ability to analyse data to improve outcomes; confident use of IT systems
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire staff; excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strengthening Community & Partnerships
• Kind, respectful and inclusive; able to build positive professional relationships
• Self‑motivated with high levels of personal drive and resilience; able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Analytical, organised and attentive to detail with strong time‑management
• An effective team player who enthuses and inspires others; a sense of humour and fun
• High expectations of self, colleagues and learners; commitment to the broader life of the school

What the school offers its staff

Glenwood is a highly respected local special school for pupils aged 3-19. Our mission is to help every learner become as independent and fulfilled as possible. We strive to understand each pupil's unique needs, no matter how complex, and ensure they feel happy, safe, and valued. Working closely with families and professionals, we aim to support our pupils in achieving their goals, enjoying life, and preparing for life beyond Glenwood.

Visits can be arranged by contacting HR Manager, Hannah Bryant (hannah.bryant@glenwood.essex.sch.uk) or calling 01268 792575

Glenwood School can offer the right candidate:

• truly amazing learners
• A lively, enthusiastic and caring ethos
• friendly, supportive and professional staff team
• strong and collaborative support of the Governing Body
• staff wellbeing support package
• opportunity to have a positive impact on learner progress
• the opportunity to develop and grow professionally within the school and beyond

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

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

DHT JD.pdf - 183 KB (opens in new tab)

About Glenwood School

• School type: Special school, ages 3 to 19
• School size: 248 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Glenwood School website
• Email address: hannah.bryant@glenwood.essex.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01268 792575
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/glenwood-school

Glenwood is a brave special school for pupils aged 3-19 years. We provide for 228 young people. We moved into a superb building in September 2017 and we are developing a successful 20 bed residential provision, which is an educational intervention, as part of the school’s holistic approach.

Arranging a visit to Glenwood School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hannah.bryant@glenwood.essex.sch.uk.

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