Deputy Headteacher

Location: Hillingdon
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Information: L11 - L16; £70,473 - £79,157 per annum (dependent on experience)

Start Date: September 2026

An Exciting Career Opportunity!

Are you a visionary leader ready to drive equity and excellence?

At The Breakspear School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential through high-quality, inclusive education. We are seeking an inspiring, strategic and resilient Deputy Headteacher to join our senior leadership team and take a defining role in shaping our school’s future.

This isn’t just a deputy role; it is a platform for shaping inclusion across our outstanding primary school. You will have the autonomy to innovate, lead change and ensure that our SEND and safeguarding practices are not just compliant, but exceptional.

As the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), you will be the heartbeat of our safety culture, managing referrals, maintaining meticulous records, and acting as a source of expert advice for all staff. Beyond safeguarding, you will drive our strategic approach to inclusion, ensuring our most vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils face no barriers to our ambitious curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Work alongside the Headteacher to formulate aims for whole-school improvement with a direct impact on pupil life chances.
• Inclusion & SEND: Lead the Inclusion team to develop an ambitious vision aligned with the School Development Plan.
• Safeguarding Excellence: Take full lead on child protection, staying up-to-date with national developments and ensuring all staff understand all aspects of safeguarding.
• Staff Development: Line manage teaching and support staff while overseeing the induction and coaching of ITT and Early Career Teachers (ECT).
• Culture: Embed a positive behaviour culture of respect, resilience and responsibility across the entire school community.

About You…

We are looking for a leader who is:

• An Expert Practitioner: A QTS-qualified teacher with a proven track record of impact.
• A Strategic Thinker: Someone who can translate the SEND Code of Practice into effective day-to-day classroom reality.
• A Compassionate Advocate: Passionate about removing barriers for disadvantaged pupils and working closely with families.
• A Lifelong Learner: Committed to their own professional development and the growth of their colleagues.

Why Join Us?

You will be joining a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued. We offer a role with true strategic weight, the opportunity to lead significant change and a commitment to your own ongoing professional leadership training.

Applicant Information: To learn more about our school and the position, please review our Deputy Headteacher Pack by clicking here. To download the Job Description and Person Specification, please visit the bottom of this advert to access the appropriate documents. We look forward to receiving your application!

Closing Date: 13th March 2026 at Noon