Deputy Headteacher

The Sele School, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2DG

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  13 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  27 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: L17-L23
• Additional allowances:

  L17-L23

Deputy Headteacher job summary

We are looking to recruit a highly driven and self-motivated leader who can lead and develop the strategic direction for the Academy’s pastoral care and wider provision. The right candidate would be an enthusiastic person with vision, compassion, creative, forward thinking and proven leadership skills to join our SLT at The Sele School and work in close partnership with the Headteacher in leading the school in Attendance, Behaviour and Personal Development.

The role requires a leader who is visible, approachable and able to model the highest professional standards. The Deputy Headteacher will act as a key link between staff and the Headteacher, ensuring clear communication, consistent expectations and smooth operational running of the school

You will be a leader who will follow and consistently apply policy, be keen for growth, with high aspirations for self and others. Excellent management, organisational and leadership skills are a must with a history of being an outstanding practitioner who has taught across the secondary age range and/or pupils with SEND.

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for leading and managing significant aspects of the school as directed by the Headteacher, be a strong role model to staff, pupils and parents and assist the Senior Leadership Team in shaping a vision and direction of the school by setting high expectations and a clear focus on pupil achievement.

At The Sele School, we:

Are dedicated to transforming children’s lives for the better, raising aspirations and developing the knowledge our students need for the next stage of their education

Contribute to a vibrant place of learning and encouragement where young people are happy, settled and confident

Have excellent student behaviour, clear values and systems that support teachers to teach and students to learn

Have a broad and balanced curriculum that provides a memorable educational experience for all our students

Be nice and work hard in all that we do.

You will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

Excellent pastoral instincts and skills

Clear and empathetic communication skills

The ability to develop effective systems that are understood and supported by all stakeholders

The gravitas to inspire confidence and respect in students, parents and staff

Experience in leading pastoral teams

Experience in leading successful pastoral change in a whole school context

Interpersonal Skills

An ability to inspire others

An ability to relate well with all stakeholders

Communicates clearly and effectively in all forms of media

Good listening skills

Caring person who demonstrates empathy

Approachable with good interpersonal skills

Personal Qualities

Personal presence that inspires confidence and commands respect

A determination to help the communities who are facing the greatest challenge to succeed

A high level of commitment

An ability to work under pressure in challenging situations

Willingness to ask for advice and accept support where necessary

Able to innovate, to identify and develop opportunities for the benefit of the school

An ability to maintain work/life balance

Reflective practitioner

Applications must be made using The Sele School application form (CVs, or applications made using any other format, will not be accepted) and should be emailed to: hr@sele.herts.sch.uk with the subject title: for the attention of Madeline Genovese, to be considered for interview. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor applicants from overseas.

We understand some may wish to see the school in action. If you wish to visit the school or meet on Teams, please contact the Head’s PA, Mrs Madeline Genovese at the above email.

The Sele School community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all staff and volunteers are expected to demonstrate this commitment in all aspects of their work. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection training. A full enhanced DBS check will be undertaken and references will be sought prior to appointment start date.

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

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 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 The Sele School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 396 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Sele School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-sele-school-hertford

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