Deputy Headteacher
DEPUTY HEADTEACHER (i/c Personal Development + Culture)
Scale: L20 – L24 (£82,654 – £ 91,157)
We require from September 2026, a motivated, committed and dynamic Deputy
Headteacher and leader to join this thriving 11-18 Foundation School. The new
Deputy Headteacher will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on school
strategic direction and outcomes, joining a team of ambitious leaders and becoming
an integral part of the Senior Leadership Team.
The closing date is 9 a.m. on Friday, 1st May 2026
Bishop Heber High School is a very successful, popular and oversubscribed School
situated in rural South Cheshire with over 1,300 students from Cheshire, Shropshire
and North Wales.
The successful candidate will:
• be an outstanding teacher with proven leadership skills
• have a clear vision which inspires colleagues and students
• challenge expectations to raise standards of achievement and progress for all
students
• have a track record of successfully leading continuous school improvement
The new Deputy Headteacher will work closely with the Headteacher and join a
Senior Leadership Team of eight. You will have responsibility for a wide range of
areas, both academic and pastoral across the School. The specific responsibilities
will be negotiated to meet your skills, expertise and interests that are likely to
include responsibilities for:
• Personal Development – fostering an inclusive and forward looking curriculum
to improve outcomes and progress for all our students
• Innovation in school culture, climate and attitudes to learning
• Performance Reviews, school improvement and self-evaluation
• Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
• The school’s pastoral structure
• Planning strategically for inclusive learning and teaching across the school
We are totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people and expect
all staff to share this commitment. If successful, you will be expected to
undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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