Deputy Headteacher - Quality of Education

Deputy Headteacher – Quality of Education

L18 – L22 (£78,702-£86,803)

Permanent Contract (Full Time)

Start September 2026

 

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Deputy Headteacher who will share our determination to transform the life chances of our 913 students. Our school is oversubscribed as a result of our excellent reputation for both academic and pastoral care for all our students.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, enthusiastic, dynamic and experienced leader to join our school.  Queensbridge is a vibrant inclusive school that has a track record of excellent academic outcomes. You will be joining a hardworking, dynamic, creative and caring leadership team in a school that places staff development and well-being of staff and all pupils at its core.

 

Key areas of responsibility:

• To lead the school’s ambitious, inclusive curriculum ensuring that it meets the needs of all learners and reflects high expectations for every pupil.
• To evaluate the quality and implementation of the curriculum, driving continuous improvement.
• To identify barriers to learning and gaps in foundational knowledge and ensure effective intervention is in place.
• To provide oversight of whole-school outcomes, with a relentless focus on reducing gaps between groups of learners.
• To lead the school’s Pupil Premium strategy, ensuring it is evidence‑informed and effective.
• To produce the school timetable in line with curriculum requirements and staffing

 

The successful candidate will:   

• Be an excellent teacher with a proven commitment to inclusive schooling and a track record of academic excellence.
• Be passionate about enhancing opportunities, educational outcomes, and life prospects for all students.

• Have a proven track record of successful leadership, with personal skills that align with a positive and committed team 

• Be fully committed to the school’s ethos and vision, with a willingness to pursue professional development as an outstanding senior leader

We can offer you:

• A positive and high performing learning culture supported by students, staff, parents and governors 

• A commitment to your own personal development with a high-quality programme for teachers at all stages of their professional career 

• A friendly and supportive workplace that prioritise wellbeing 

• Discounted access to BSHF medical insurance for you and your family 

If you would like further information about the post or an informal discussion, please contact Nicola Daly, HR Officer, on 0121 464 5566 or email recruitment@queensbridge.bham.sch.uk Informal visits to our school welcome.

The closing date for applications is 22^nd April 2026 at 9am. Selection Days are scheduled Tuesday 28^th and Wednesday 29^th April 2026. Applicants are kindly requested to contact their referees so that references are received in advance of the interview dates.  We would encourage you to visit the school prior to submitting an application.

Please complete an application form along with a letter (no more than 2 sides of A4, in font Arial point 11) that outlines how your knowledge, skills and experiences meet the requirements of the job description and person specification.

Queensbridge School and all its staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.  All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

An online search will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak English fluently is an essential requirement for this role.

Potential applicants should ensure that they read our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and our Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy. These policies can be found at Stronger Together | Policies