Salary: L14 – L18 (£71,330 – £78,702) 
Contract: Permanent 
Hours: 1.0fte 
Closing Date: 9am Monday 27th April 

Are you an inspirational and committed leader ready to make a difference in a specialist setting?

Castle School is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to join the dedicated leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate professional to play a key role in shaping the future of a school that is committed to delivering outstanding education and care for pupils with complex needs.

At Castle School, we believe every child deserves to feel valued, understood and inspired to succeed. 

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who shares that belief – someone who will bring compassion, energy and strong leadership to our school community, and who is committed to making a genuine difference to the lives of our pupils and their families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create a culture where pupils experience a positive and enriching learning environment. 
  • Lead and contribute to whole school improvement strategies
  • Support the Headteacher in leading and managing Castle school by providing high quality leadership and management for all staff throughout the whole school. 
  • Promote a positive, inclusive and enriching learning environment
  • Ensure that practices, policies and procedures are followed and developed, and are effective in meeting the individual needs of the children and young people. 
  • Support and develop staff to achieve excellence across all areas
  • Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding

Benefits We Offer 

  • An excellent pension scheme with a generous 28.68% employer contribution from the Trust.
  • 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.
  • Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.
  • Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30 hour places for eligible families.
  • Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.
  • Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.
  • Cycle to work scheme 

Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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