Interim Deputy Headteacher
Romans Field School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK3 7AW14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
22 June 2026
Closing date
8 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
24 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £63,070.00 Annually (FTE)
Interim Deputy Headteacher job summary
Welcome to Romans Field School, a nurturing Special School dedicated to children aged 5 to 11, with a Secondary Provision for young people aged 11 to 16 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). Our pupils all have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and represent a diverse range of needs including ASC, Communication and Interaction, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), and Complex Needs.
Since increasing our Pupil Admission Number to 66, in the Primary Special School in September 2022, and with the exciting expansion of our Secondary ASC provision opened in September 2024 for up to 24 children with the potential for further growth in 2026, our school continues to grow and evolve. As part of the Inclusive Learning Federation alongside Priory Common School and Bradwell Village School, we benefit from shared expertise and collaboration, ensuring every child receives the best possible education.
At Romans Field School, we pride ourselves on delivering an inclusive, family ethos where children are supported to become resilient, independent, lifelong learners. Our tailored curriculum pathways—Shared, Structured, and Scaffolded—combine the National Curriculum with our bespoke RF curriculum, enriched by sensory resources and activities to meet individual needs. We believe in Building Success Together by working closely with families and external agencies to unlock each pupil’s full potential socially, emotionally, and academically.
Our core values of Respect, Honesty, Empathy, and Perseverance underpin everything we do, ensuring a safe, happy, and successful environment for all.
About the Role
We are seeking an inspirational and committed Interim Deputy Headteacher to join our senior leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for all pupils and supporting staff to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.
Working closely with the Head of School the successful candidate will play a key role in the leadership and management of the school.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Headteacher in the day-to-day leadership and management of the school
Lead on teaching and learning, curriculum development and pupil premium
Line manage and support staff, promoting professional development and high standards
Contribute to school improvement planning and self-evaluation
Promote safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, and positive behaviour
Engage positively with pupils, parents/carers, governors, and external partners
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Have proven leadership or management experience within a school setting
Have experience in working with children who have SEMH and complex needs
Demonstrate a clear commitment to inclusive education and raising attainment
Inspire, motivate, and support both pupils and staff
Have excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Why Join Us
Be part of a passionate and supportive team within a growing therapeutic school environment, where collaboration and care are at the heart of everything we do.
Make a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of pupils and their families, supporting their development and celebrating their achievements every day.
Join us and play a vital role in shaping the future of our school and the success of every child. We’d love to hear from you. If you’d prefer to speak to someone directly, please don’t hesitate to call us. We also warmly welcome visits — come and see what we’re all about.
At Romans Field School, your leadership will help shape the lives of children who face significant challenges, empowering them to become confident, capable, and successful individuals.
Apply now to join us in Building Success Together.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
The school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. The Governors take child protection extremely seriously and all references offered will be followed up.
Online check will be completed for shortlisted candidates. If you do not have the formal qualifications specified but can demonstrate skills or experience of equivalent standards we would be interested in your application
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 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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Romans Field School
- School type
- Special school, ages 5 to 16
- School size
- 80 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Romans Field School website
We are a special school for pupils for 5- 11 age
Primary need is SEMH, but we also have children with complex needs.
We have personalised learning programmes and can offer therapeutic support.
We are part of a federation with two mainstream schools which provides CPD opportunities for all staff and a range of opportunities for children.
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