57 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    13th April or sooner if possible

  • Closing date

    9 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    12 November 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Deputy headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£66,675 - £73,549

Tilbury Pioneer Academy: Deputy Head for Inclusion job summary

Deputy Head Teacher for Inclusion.

GLC Academy: Tilbury Pioneer Academy

Salary: Leadership Payscale L12 £66,675 - £73,549

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time - Talk to us about flexible working

Closing Date: 9th January 2026 at Midday


Tilbury Pioneer Academy is part of the Gateway Learning Community [GLC] which is a partnership of one secondary academy and four primary academies located within Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary in the borough of Thurrock, to the east of London. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation: the place of choice to work and learn. Across the 5 academies of the GLC, we celebrate differences and pledge that everyone enjoys equality of opportunity and is not discriminated against in any way.


As our new Deputy, you will be at the heart of shaping an ambitious, inclusive and high-achieving school culture. You will lead the strategic development of Inclusion and SEND, working as Designated Safeguarding Lead and forging partnerships with our community, local agencies and external professionals. You will drive forward innovative approaches to inclusive teaching, wellbeing and curriculum—ensuring every pupil, whatever their background and need, thrives.

 

If you are an experienced, passionate leader with a genuine commitment to inclusion, SEND, and whole school wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.


Watch our video for an insight in to our academy:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_d2VlNPbUE


You can read our latest Ofsted Report here:https://www.theglc.org.uk/page/?title=Ofsted+Reports&pid=21


Additional Benefits for Working for the GLC:

Staff well-being programme: Including access to Westfield Health Insurance https://www.theglc.org.uk/page/?title=Staff+Wellbeing&pid=67

Long service awards after: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and years of service

State-of-the-art facilities and access to high quality resources to support learning

A paid 'My Day' each year

Excellent career development and training

2-week October half-term break

A supportive central team [reprographics, ICT, HR, Finance] which enables teachers to focus on teaching

Paid opportunities to teach during school holiday clubs

Subsidised holiday provision for children of staff

Free Access to the Gateway Academy Fitness Suite

GLC Staff Nursery [Competitive rates and term time only]


The GLC embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.


Informal visits to see the school and meet the headteacher are highly encouraged before applying for the position. Please contact Jo.Allison@theglc.org.uk to arrange a visit.


If you would like to apply for this position and join our school on its journey to outstanding, please visit our website and complete an online application form.


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

The GLC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, the appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure.

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.

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About Tilbury Pioneer Academy

School type
Academy, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
462 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
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Tilbury Pioneer Academy is part of the Gateway Learning Community [GLC] which is a partnership of one secondary academy and four primary academies located within Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary in the borough of Thurrock, to the east of London. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation: the place of choice to work and learn. Across the 5 academies of the GLC, we celebrate differences and pledge that everyone enjoys an equality of opportunity and is not discriminated against in any way.

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