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Deputy Headteacher
Hylands School, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3ET35 days remaining to apply
Earliest start date
13 April 2026
Latest start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
26 January 2026 at 9am
Date listed
22 December 2025
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £76,261 to £82,101
What skills and experience we're looking for
Contribute significantly to the formulation and implementation of the school’s vision, ethos, and strategic priorities.
Lead on whole-school initiatives that drive sustained improvement, ensuring that Hylands continues its trajectory toward being a world-class institution.
Assist the Headteacher in the self-evaluation process (SEF) and the creation of the School Development Plan (SDP), monitoring impact with precision.
Maintain an outward-facing profile and stay abreast of national research and best practices to ensure Hylands remains at the forefront of educational innovation.
The Deputy Headteacher will provide strategic and operational leadership alongside the Headteacher to ensure the continued transformation of Hylands School. While specific areas of responsibility will be tailored to the successful candidate's expertise and professional interests, the Deputy Headteacher is expected to be a visible, proactive leader who embodies our Hylands Habits and drives our vision.
What the school offers its staff
Employee assistance programme
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic; this includes applicants wishing to work flexibly.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Hylands School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 640 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Hylands School website
- Email address
- recruitment@hylands-tkat.org
- Phone number
- 01245 266766
As a smaller school, we benefit from a strong sense of community, where every student is known and valued. This allows us to provide a personalised approach to learning and pastoral care, ensuring that each individual reaches their full potential.
At the heart of our school are our ‘Hylands Habits’ of Respectful, Responsible, and Resilient. These values underpin everything we do, from the classroom to the sports field. We are committed to developing our students’ knowledge, skills, and character, so that they leave us well-equipped to succeed in the future.
Our dedicated and highly skilled staff work tirelessly to deliver a challenging and engaging curriculum. Our focus is on ensuring that every student is inspired and motivated to learn. We believe that a strong academic foundation, combined with a focus on personal development, is the key to success.
Our large and experienced wellbeing team is committed to supporting the emotional and social needs of our students. We offer a range of services to ensure that every child feels safe, happy, and supported.
We have high expectations for all of our students and we are dedicated to helping them achieve their goals. Whether they aspire to attend a top university or pursue a vocational career, we are here to support them every step of the way.
Arranging a visit to Hylands School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@hylands-tkat.org.
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