Deputy Headteacher

North Star 240°, Bristol, BS11 0QA

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  24 February 2026

• Closing date

  15 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  24 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
• Full-time equivalent salary: L11 £66,368 - L15 £73,105

Deputy Headteacher job summary

Are you a passionate and experienced teacher ready to make a positive impact on the lives of students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our dedicated team as Deputy Headteacher at our Secondary School, North Star 240°. 

About

We are seeking someone who is ready to take on a new challenge with opportunities for career advancement in a rapidly expanding Trust. 

North Star Academy Trust consists of a Secondary and Primary Special School, an All-Through and an Alternative Provision, all of which provide education to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (SEMH). North Star 240° is conveniently located in the north of Bristol and is easily accessible from the M4 and M5. 

About You

All of our schools have been rated as "Good" by OFSTED, and we are seeking an experienced teacher with management experience to support our Head Teacher in maintaining and elevating the high standards of teaching and learning within the schools. This role requires someone who is dynamic, challenging, and has practical experience working with SEMH students. As a successful candidate, you will help to develop staff, build strong teams, and drive the school forward. 

In addition to the above, you will ideally have:

• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A strong understanding of SEN policy and legislation
  
• Experience in developing and implementing inclusive education practices
  
• A passion for working with young people with SEMH needs

You will be part of:

• An exciting and innovative development of a Primary and Secondary learning community
  
• A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
  
• A caring and inclusive ethos
  
• A school which has supportive Governors and Parents with high expectations of the school
  

In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression to the right person.

We welcome informal discussions and school visits and encourage you to contact us to speak with the Headteacher to learn more about this role.

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

North Star Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About North Star 240°

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• School size: 75 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: North Star 240° website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/north-star-240

North Star 240° is the secondary provision of North Star Academy Trust based in North Bristol, specialising in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We aim to be part of a joined-up provision offering our pupils the outstanding education they deserve.

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