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Deputy Headteacher

Job details
Posting date: 03 March 2026
Salary: £170.00 to £210.00 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 April 2026
Location: SW18 2PU
Remote working: On-site only
Company: JobsinED Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: DEPUTYHEADTEACH-260303-0515

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Summary

Deputy Headteacher – Visionary Leadership for Ambitious Pupils

Are you an exceptional educator hungry for a career-defining Deputy Headteacher opportunity in Wandsworth? This is your invitation to drive excellence at a forward-thinking, Good-to-Outstanding school renowned for nurturing ambitious learners and empowering staff. If you are inspired to lead lasting change, ignite innovation and model best practice, this pivotal Deputy Headteacher post was designed for you.

Your Deputy Headteacher journey here will fast-track you into senior leadership, presenting a rare chance to shape whole-school direction while developing your leadership philosophy alongside a trailblazing Headteacher. You will flourish in a culture brimming with energy, professionalism, and unwavering ambition – where exceptional CPD, collegiate support, and access to cutting-edge resources enable you to reach the peak of your professional capabilities.

Key Highlights:
• Deputy Headteacher post with real whole-school influence
• Salary: From £170 • £210 Per Day – premium Wandsworth rates
• Located in the heart of vibrant Wandsworth, superbly connected
• School Ofsted: Good moving rapidly towards Outstanding
• High-impact CPD, targeted leadership progression, career accelerators
• Perfect for dynamic, impact-driven teachers with proven leadership experience
• Modern, resource-rich campus with advanced digital learning and inclusive ethos

What You'll Be Doing:
• Strategically shaping school improvement plans and curriculum innovation
• Leading, coaching and developing teams of talented teachers and support staff
• Fostering a culture of aspirational teaching and exceptional student outcomes
• Embedding evidence-based practices to narrow achievement gaps
• Collaborating with the Headteacher, governors, and wider community to expand the school’s vision

Ideal "Deputy Headteacher" for this Wandsworth School:
• A current or aspiring Deputy Headteacher with a track record of driving attainment
• Possesses UK QTS and consistently Good or Outstanding references
• Experienced in leading successful, measurable school improvement initiatives
• Highly skilled at motivating, inspiring, and developing others
• Resilient, innovative, and uncompromising in the pursuit of excellence

Why Join This Wandsworth School?:
• Thrive in a values-driven team united by compassion and ambition
• Outstanding support from visionary senior leaders and specialist coaches
• Enjoy exceptional professional development and promotion pathways
• Collaborate in a school where student behaviour and community ethos are exemplary
• Make a powerful, lasting difference to pupils and the education landscape in Wandsworth

If you’re inspired to accelerate your leadership journey as a Deputy Headteacher, this Wandsworth school offers a unique launchpad for true impact. Join forward-thinking colleagues, shape futures, and transform your career – interviews are ongoing, so now is the time to apply.

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