Deputy Headteacher (Secondary Special)
Castle Hill High School, Stockport, Cheshire, SK2 5DS17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
10 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
23 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Leadership Pay Range 15 - 25
What skills and experience we're looking for
As deputy Headteacher you will be expected to input into the strategic planning of the school,contributing to quality assurance and whole school improvement. The successful individual will be a highly effective communicator who is kind, child-centred, and personable. You will possess the interpersonal skills necessary to build strong, trusting relationships with staff, parents, and pupils alike, ensuring that our vision for accessibility and excellence is shared and understood by all.
Main Purpose of the Job:
The post requires you to work with pupils with a wide range of complex learning, medical or behavioural difficulties. Your responsibilities in delivering the curriculum will require you to work with colleagues to differentiate and adapt teaching to meet the needs of all the children / young people in a class.
To have overall responsibility for continued delivery of high quality teaching and learning for which you will be accountable. To make the education of your pupils your first concern and in doing so be accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct.
To work with others on curriculum and/or pupil development to secure co‑ordinated outcomes.
To evaluate the effectiveness of the school in terms of overall provision, including pupil achievement, attainment and teaching and learning.
To provide analysed assessment data from a variety of sources to inform future whole school planning and resourcing.
Lead on the development and implementation of whole school policies, particularly those relating to teaching, learning, and wellbeing.
Provide on the ground SEND training, classroom modelling, and oversight of the whole school CPD programme for staff at all levels.
Supervise the SENDCos and support more complex EHCP reviews.
Lead on securing additional funding for pupils with complex needs and ensure that such funding is used effectively and provides best value.
To assist the Headteacher/Leadership Team in managing, leading and developing the school thereby seeking to attain high standards of pastoral care, pupil achievement, behaviour and social development.
To assist in the development of strategies to promote and sustain an effective leadership model which is focused on the rigorous implementation of improvement plans.
To assist and promote the effective and efficient use of resources.
In partnership with the Headteacher and governors to establish and implement an ambitious vision and ethos for the future of the school.
To support the Headteacher in developing and maintaining high morale and confidence amongst all staff.
In partnership with the Headteacher to lead by example when implementing and managing change initiatives.
To work closely with other leaders to ensure effective transition across key stages.
To manage and develop the teaching practice of other staff, monitoring progress against achievement targets.
To assist with the selection and appointment of staff to the school and with the appointments of NQTs and students.
Take a lead role in parent liaison, including managing the parent liaison team, overseeing website content, and supporting staff with parental challenge and complaints.
To contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures in such a way as to support the school’s values and vision.
To take responsibility for safeguarding issues as appropriate.
To lead and participate in meetings covering school and pupil activities and attend and lead assemblies.
To assist the Headteacher to support the Governing Body in fulfilling its responsibilities in accordance with national legislation.
If the Headteacher is absent from the school you will undertake his / her professional duties to the extent required by the Headteacher.
*Please see the Job Description attached for more information on the job activities and responsibilities.
What the school offers its staff
Castle Hill High School is a popular, over-subscribed school, and this is a wonderful opportunity for a talented individual who is looking to take the next step in developing their career.
Further information about the job
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
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Castle Hill High School
- School type
- Special school, ages 11 to 18
- School size
- 341 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Castle Hill High School website
- Email address
- applications@castlehill.stockport.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0161 285 3925
Castle Hill High School is a special school for students, aged 11 – 18, with significant and complex needs. We currently have 340 students on roll. Our most recent Ofsted inspection, judged the school to be Outstanding. All students enjoy equality of opportunity, regardless of gender, race, ability, social background etc. Our aim is to provide an education which is relevant and worthwhile, preparing our students for the world of work and ensuring that they leave us as caring young adults who have developed positive attitudes and values and are respectful of
others.
All students at Castle Hill have Education Health and Care Plans. Students’ specific needs include: communication and social interaction difficulties, cognition and learning difficulties and autistic spectrum disorder.
Arranging a visit to Castle Hill High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email applications@castlehill.stockport.sch.uk.
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