Deputy Headteacher
| Posting date: | 14 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 9DH |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | aaaf3de6-6b4b-46e0-94fe-695f1a87b3e8 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
“Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.”
We are seeking a visionary leader who will help shape the future of our school and the high-quality daily experiences for our students and staff. In a large school, successful leadership requires the development of others. As such, we believe that ‘a well-led school is well-led by many.’ The key to this role is enabling others to grow.
A great opportunity to contribute to the leadership of a large, inclusive and dynamic school community. We:
• had a really successful inspection by Ofsted (May 2025) endorsing our approach
• have recently undergone a significant site development project due to our increasing popularity and increased admissions applications. This has further enhanced our already excellent working environment/facilities
• are a genuinely inclusive school. People matter; everybody matters.
• have strong leadership at all levels and this is a deliberate way of working
• have a really strong pastoral system and structures, resulting in high levels of behaviour and buy-in from our students and parents
• have a talented, supportive staff who are share and uphold the school’s values. They are fully committed to improving the school further
• received an award as ‘Employer of the Year 2023’ in The Herald Business and Tourism Awards
• are part of a very special local community. Stratford upon Avon is a wonderful place to work.
What the school offers its staff
There has never been a better time to work at Stratford upon Avon School. This is no ordinary school. There are many excellent schools around, but they all have a very different feel. We are a lovely school with a genuine ‘feel good factor’ throughout. Our mission is summed up by 3 words, Engage, Enthuse & Inspire, which underpin what we’re all about.
“To thine own self be true”’. We hope you are particularly excited at the prospect of joining us. If you think, you have what it takes, please complete the school application form. Within the Additional Information section on the form, explain how you would provide strategic leadership across the 3 domains of: culture and ethos, curriculum and teaching and organisational effectiveness.
Commitment to safeguarding
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Post is subject to an Enhanced DBS
“Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.”
We are seeking a visionary leader who will help shape the future of our school and the high-quality daily experiences for our students and staff. In a large school, successful leadership requires the development of others. As such, we believe that ‘a well-led school is well-led by many.’ The key to this role is enabling others to grow.
A great opportunity to contribute to the leadership of a large, inclusive and dynamic school community. We:
• had a really successful inspection by Ofsted (May 2025) endorsing our approach
• have recently undergone a significant site development project due to our increasing popularity and increased admissions applications. This has further enhanced our already excellent working environment/facilities
• are a genuinely inclusive school. People matter; everybody matters.
• have strong leadership at all levels and this is a deliberate way of working
• have a really strong pastoral system and structures, resulting in high levels of behaviour and buy-in from our students and parents
• have a talented, supportive staff who are share and uphold the school’s values. They are fully committed to improving the school further
• received an award as ‘Employer of the Year 2023’ in The Herald Business and Tourism Awards
• are part of a very special local community. Stratford upon Avon is a wonderful place to work.
What the school offers its staff
There has never been a better time to work at Stratford upon Avon School. This is no ordinary school. There are many excellent schools around, but they all have a very different feel. We are a lovely school with a genuine ‘feel good factor’ throughout. Our mission is summed up by 3 words, Engage, Enthuse & Inspire, which underpin what we’re all about.
“To thine own self be true”’. We hope you are particularly excited at the prospect of joining us. If you think, you have what it takes, please complete the school application form. Within the Additional Information section on the form, explain how you would provide strategic leadership across the 3 domains of: culture and ethos, curriculum and teaching and organisational effectiveness.
Commitment to safeguarding
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Post is subject to an Enhanced DBS