Deputy Head Of Secondary

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Leadership and management

Support and implement the vision, ethos, and strategic priorities of the school
Deputise for the Head of Secondary as required
Line manages Heads of Department and MLT, ensuring consistency in curriculum delivery, teaching quality, and use of data
Contribute to, implement, and evaluate the School Development Plan
Lead and support self-evaluation processes including departmental reviews, SEFs, and inspection preparation
Ensure policies are consistently translated into effective practice
Promote inclusive practice and high expectations across all departments
Develop leadership capacity through coaching, mentoring, and professional development
Act as a proactive and effective member of the Senior Leadership Team

Teaching and learning responsibility

Lead the implementation of the school’s Teaching & Learning framework (e.g. TLAG)
Ensure high-quality, consistent teaching across all subjects
Lead quality assurance activities including: learning, book looks and lesson observations
Work with Heads of Department and MLT to improve pedagogy, differentiation, and challenge
Promote cross-curricular approaches and innovation in teaching
Drive continuous improvement in teaching standards (Good – Very Good – Outstanding)
Model outstanding classroom practice

Monitoring and assessment

Lead Secondary data and assessment systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and impact
Oversee internal and external assessment processes (e.g. GL, CAT4, NGRT where applicable)
Ensure data is used effectively to inform planning, intervention, and target setting
Monitor student progress and attainment across departments
Lead Raising Attainment Plans (RAPs) and intervention strategies
Standardize assessment practices across departments
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to students and parents

Staff development

Act as a reviewer within the school’s appraisal process
Identify training needs and support professional development across Secondary
Coach and mentor Heads of Department, MLT and teaching staff
Promote collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Ensure staff remain up to date with current educational developments

Parental engagement

Lead Secondary parental engagement systems, including consultation evenings and communication protocols
Ensure timely, transparent, and effective communication with parents
Promote strong partnerships between school and home
Monitor and improve parental engagement and satisfaction

Personal and professional responsibilities

Act as a role model for high standards of professionalism, teaching, and leadership
Initiate and lead change to improve standards and outcomes

Skills

Deep knowledge of secondary curriculum frameworks (e.g., British, IB)
Strong background in classroom teaching (secondary level)
Experience in curriculum design, assessment, and quality assurance
Ability to monitor teaching and learning standards
Familiarity with inspection frameworks (e.g., KHDA, MOE)
Data analysis to track student progress and attainment
Experience in leading teams and managing middle leaders
Strong understanding of school vision, mission, and improvement planning
Ability to support and implement whole-school strategy

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Education

BA in Educational Leadership

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