Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher - Reading - September 2026 We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher (Curriculum & Outcomes) to join the senior leadership team at a great school in Reading. The successful candidate will share in the leadership and corporate responsibility of the school and the wider Trust, working closely with the Headteacher to ensure the design and delivery of a high-quality, research-informed curriculum and the achievement of strong outcomes for all students.

This role has strategic responsibility for the Quality of Education , including curriculum, outcomes, assessment, CPD, timetabling and examinations. The postholder will play a key role in school improvement, staff development and preparation for Ofsted and other external reviews, and will deputise for the Headteacher when required. Key responsibilities of Deputy Headteacher:
Share responsibility for the overall leadership, management and strategic direction of the school and contribute to Trust-wide priorities. Lead on the Quality of Education, ensuring a well-sequenced, high-quality curriculum that meets the needs of all learners and delivers strong outcomes. Line manage Heads of Faculty and lead middle leadership development. Lead the school's CPD strategy, including the development of ECTs and trainees.

Act as Standards Leader for allocated subjects, using data effectively to drive improvement, reduce variation and close gaps. Lead the outcomes and standards strategy, including examination arrangements, assessment and internal tracking systems. Oversee examinations, vocational qualifications and statutory compliance, working closely with the Exams Officer and Trust teams. Lead the preparation, construction and maintenance of the whole-school timetable, including options processes, staffing allocations and cover arrangements.

Support the Headteacher in staff deployment, appraisal, recruitment and performance management. Ensure the school is fully prepared for Ofsted inspections and other benchmarking visits. Promote the school and Trust positively through events, stakeholder engagement and external partnerships. What we are looking for You will be an experienced senior leader with a strong track record of improving teaching, learning and outcomes in a secondary school.

You will have:

Qualified Teacher Status and an honours degree, with evidence of sustained professional development. Significant senior leadership experience, including curriculum leadership and responsibility for standards and outcomes. A strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks, self-evaluation and school improvement planning. Strong analytical skills and confidence in using data to inform strategy and evaluate impact. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, inspire and work collaboratively.

Experience of timetabling, examination leadership and Trust-wide working is highly desirable. Start date - September 2026 or sooner Salary - £66,368.00 - £73,105.00 Annually (FTE) 1.0

FTE L11-L15 Deputy Headteacher - Reading - September 2026