Deputy Head Teacher

Are you a passionate, visionary leader ready to make a lasting impact in a truly rewarding environment?

As part of Brunel, we are a proud, creative education community with a vision of no barriers only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our children and young people (CYP), whether they are within our SEND provisions or mainstream schools.

As a growing Multi-Academy Trust, now is a fantastic time to join our team of SEND education professionals at Exeter House School, an Ofsted rated Good, all through special school for CYP from EYFS age 4 to higher education age 19 who have PMLD, SLD or Complex Needs.  

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Deputy Headteacher to join our ambitious leadership team. As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a central role in shaping the strategic direction of the school, supporting the Headteacher in delivering outstanding outcomes for all pupils. This is a key leadership position, ideal for someone who is motivated by impact, driven by purpose, and committed to continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for:

• A proven senior leader with experience in special or mainstream education
• A strong understanding of SEND and a passionate advocate for inclusive practice
• A strategic thinker with the ability to inspire, motivate and develop others
• A confident communicator and relationship-builder, both within school and beyond
• A leader who places pupils’ wellbeing, progress, and potential at the heart of everything they do

Please see the attached job description and person specification to learn more about the expectations of this exciting opportunity.

Start date: 01.09.2025

Hours: Full time

Interviews: 16.05.2025

Candidates will be considered as received. Should suitable candidates be identified before the closing date, we may close the vacancy early.

Benefits

Brunel Academies Trust is a rapidly developing Multi Academy Trust. We value our colleagues and the effort they put into our children and young people day in and out. Whether through continuous professional development (CPD) to feed your ambitions, personal and impartial support through challenging days or exciting and easy to use discounts to enjoy with friends and family, we have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees including:

·       Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities

·       Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays

·       Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village

·       Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries

·       Excellent pension scheme

·       Free on-site parking

·       Annual pay progression opportunities

Most importantly, we can promise that you will achieve a high level of job satisfaction through the professional family community our colleagues represent; and the positive impact your role will have on supporting and developing our children and young people’s futures. Your role matters.

Potential talent for this exciting opportunity are warmly invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team really are. In addition to exploring our school’s journey to success via our website, please contact the school office to arrange a visit to tour the site or/and have an informal conversation with a co-Headteacher via 01722 334168.

To learn more about our Trust and our mission, please do visit our website at www.brunel.org.uk.

For any internal Brunel candidates, please contact resourcingwiltshire@brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.

In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using resourcingwiltshire@brunel.org.uk or 01722 321201 or 01722 325018 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary. Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil

partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.