Deputy Headteacher

Rooks Heath School, Harrow, HA2 9AH

Deadline is tomorrow

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  25 April 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  4 April 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday - Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L17 - 21

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful applicant will demonstrate the following experience, skills and characteristics:

• Experience of working effectively within a team and playing a motivating role

• To have experience in a culturally diverse secondary school

• To have experience of teaching interventions and evaluating effectiveness

• To have experience of taking a lead role in the departmental initiatives

• To show an understanding of a range of teaching and learning strategies

• Previous experience of working in a school or other academic environment

• You have a demonstrated commitment to your own education and training and continuing professional development

• Substantial experience as an Assistant Headteacher or higher in a secondary school setting

• Demonstrates the ability to work strategically and successfully at Senior Leadership Level

• Successful teaching of a high standard

• An outstanding teacher with evidence and varied experience of implementing strategies that improve the quality of Teaching and Learning, successfully challenging underperformance

• Experience of leading training and other staff development activities, including performance management

• Experience of working successfully with other educational providers and partners

• To demonstrate strategic thinking and have experience in school self-evaluation and development planning, including the effective use of data

• To keep up to date with developments in Education and have a good knowledge of education theory and the statutory and legal framework within which school operates

• Build and maintain quality relationships through interpersonal skills and effective communication with all stakeholders including external.

• To have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Evidence of training and relevant qualification in educational and school leadership management

• A good standard of general education including GCSE Maths and English

• To have excellent literacy and communication skills, including proficiency in accurate written and spoken English – the ability to make points clearly and confidently, providing information and advice in accurate spoken English, and able to understand the views of others

• To have taken an active involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning

• Knowledge and understanding of strategic financial planning, budgetary management, and the management of resources in relation to their contribution to child achievement

• To have had responsibility for policy development and implementation

• To be able to demonstrate a clear rationale for behaviour management and a proven track record of the effective implementation of a range of behaviour management strategies

• Excellent communication skills (both oral and in writing) – the ability to make points clearly and confidently, providing information and advice in accurate spoken English, and able to understand the views of others

• To have high level personal ICT skills and the ability to use these effectively in a range of situations

• To be able to produce timely and accurate reports for a range of stakeholders

• The ability to prioritise own time, work under pressure and meet deadlines

• To work efficiently in a fast-paced, changing environment

• To be able to be self-motivated and work on own initiative but equally work collaboratively

• To be highly organised, to plan and prioritise effectively

• To be able to demonstrate reliability, consistency, flexibility, resilience and adaptability

• To be able to make sound decisions and identify and solve problems based on thorough analysis and judgement

• To be able to implement change management effectively and efficiently

• To have evidence of the ability to delegate, plan and to manage time effectively

• Able to maintain complete confidentiality and discretion at all times, combined with a calm personality and sound judgment

• A strong commitment to inclusion and overcoming barriers to learning and achievement

• Shows initiative, is proactive, makes decisions, but also understands when to consult, seek advice and be responsive to feedback, and demonstrates accountability

• Positive, constructive approach, high work output sustained over time, resilient and achievement orientated

• Leads by example, high profile, demonstrates integrity and values in action

• Inspire, challenge, motivate and empower teams and individuals to achieve high goals.

• Think analytically and creatively and demonstrate initiative in solving problems

• Be aware of own strengths and areas for development and listen to, and reflect constructively and act upon as appropriate, feedback from others

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to a wide range of audiences

• The ability to build and sustain positive working relationships with staff, students, governors and parents/carers

• To be able to work effectively in partnerships with other schools/academies

• To be highly organised

• You are punctual, flexible, reliable, and well organised with good time management skills

• You have an awareness of and a commitment to equal opportunities

• You have a commitment to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults

• You have an awareness and adherence to relevant health & safety regulations and policies

• Able to work as part of a team and independently, as required, recognising and accepting line management

What the school offers its staff

Employee benefits we offer include, but are not limited to:

- Competitive salaries and pay progression

- Generous Pension Scheme

- Excellent transport links

- Access to Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

- Interest free loans for relocation costs

- Interest free loans for season ticket costs for TFL/trains

- Cycle to work scheme

- Contribution to Flu Jabs annually

- Contribution to standard eye care tests

- Employee Referral Scheme

- Dedication to continuing professional development

- Employee discounts on our nursery and our primary school out of hours provision being introduced September 2025

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

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk

CVs are not accepted.

Skilled Worker visas can 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.

Additional documents

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

Deputy Headteacher - Job Description.pdf - 174 KB (opens in new tab)

Deputy Headteacher - Person Specification.pdf - 147 KB (opens in new tab)

Deputy Headteacher - Advert.pdf - 161 KB (opens in new tab)

About Rooks Heath School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1191 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Rooks Heath School website
• Email address: recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk
• Phone number: 02084224675
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rooks-heath-school

Arranging a visit to Rooks Heath School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk.

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