6 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    17 June 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    11 June 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

Pay scale

L13 - L17

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an outstanding leader who:

  • Has a proven track record of improving student behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing.
  • Is a strong and visible presence, able to inspire and motivate students and staff.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and equity for all learners.
  • Has experience in safeguarding and child protection at a senior level.
  • Possesses the resilience, creativity, and ambition to help drive rapid school improvement.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a committed and forward-thinking leadership team.

  • Have the opportunity to shape and implement meaningful change.

  • Work in a school with a clear vision and unwavering determination to improve.

  • Benefit from professional development and career progression opportunities.

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.

As Deputy Headteacher - Student Services, you will play a pivotal role in leading and developing our pastoral systems, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to thrive. You will:

  • Lead on behaviour, safeguarding (deputy DSL), and student welfare.

  • Develop and implement strategies to improve attendance and engagement.

  • Work closely with staff, students, and families to create a safe, inclusive, and aspirational school culture.

  • Drive forward initiatives that support mental health, wellbeing, and personal development.

  • Be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the overall strategic direction of the school.

Commitment to safeguarding

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check applies to all roles.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, please be aware that online searches of shortlisted candidates may take place as part of our due diligence processes.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Additional documents

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

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About Sir Thomas Boughey Academy

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
448 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
School website
Sir Thomas Boughey Academy website
Email address
srowell@windsoracademytrust.org.uk
Phone number
01782 973017
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teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sir-thomas-boughey-academy

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy has recently joined Windsor Academy Trust. We are an education provider for students aged 11-16 years old.

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