Senior Deputy Headteacher

Join the Leadership Team at Pattison School

Position:
Senior Deputy Headteacher
Location:
Pattison School | Full-Time | Permanent

Are you a visionary leader with the drive to shape the future of education? Pattison School is seeking a dynamic and committed Senior Deputy Headteacher to join our thriving community and help lead the next chapter of excellence.

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a school that values creativity, academic rigour, and the holistic development of every pupil. You’ll work closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team to deliver a high-quality education, inspire staff, and ensure outstanding outcomes for all students.

As Senior Deputy Headteacher, you’ll:

• Lead with impact – providing strategic and operational direction across the school.
• Champion pupil success – driving high standards in teaching, learning, and wellbeing.
• Inspire staff – mentoring and developing teams to reach their full potential.
• Ensure excellence – overseeing safeguarding, compliance, and school improvement.
• Shape the future – contributing to curriculum innovation and whole‑school initiatives.

You’ll be a visible, approachable leader who models integrity, ambition, and care—deputising fully for the Headteacher when needed.

We’re seeking someone with:

• Proven leadership experience in independent or maintained schools.
• A strong track record of improving pupil outcomes and leading change.
• Deep knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and inspection frameworks.
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop staff at all levels.
• A commitment to inclusive education and the values of Pattison School.

Desirable: Experience in all‑through or performing arts‑focused schools, and leading whole‑school initiatives.

• A good honours degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Commitment to ongoing professional development (e.g. NPQSL, NPQH).
• Additional leadership or SEND qualifications are a plus.

At Pattison, you’ll be part of a passionate, professional team dedicated to nurturing every child’s potential. We offer:

• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A vibrant school culture rooted in creativity, care, and ambition.

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market‑leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• and much more.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of Pattison School, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of a school where leadership, learning, and love for education go hand in hand.

Up to £65,000 per annum dependent on experience