Deputy Headteacher

Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy · Gainsborough, East Midlands

Deputy Headteacher at Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy, based in Gainsborough, East Midlands. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Gainsborough, East Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
28 Aug 2026

Reference ecfab08b0c942d7d7d19527e9a3e539b90730549

About the role

Are you an ambitious leader looking to further develop your leadership experience within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation? Be part of a team that is committed to your professional and personal growth.

Warren Wood is a specialist SEND school for children aged 2-11, supporting pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex, severe and moderate learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and communication and interaction needs.

As we continue to strengthen and grow our leadership team, we are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic Deputy Headteacher who will play a key role in our school community.

Are you:

An exceptional, motivated, inspirational and reflective Leader?

Do you:


- Have a proven track record of leading school improvement and securing excellent outcomes for pupils?

- Have high expectations and a commitment to raising standards and aspirations for all learners?

- Coach, mentor and develop colleagues to achieve their full potential?

- Have experience of leading high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development?

- Demonstrate a strong understanding of specialist education and inclusive practice?

- Have experience of designing and delivering ambitious curricula that meet a diverse range of needs?

- Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build high-performing teams?

In return we can offer:

A welcoming, supportive and dedicated staff team.

Strong partnerships with families and external agencies.

Opportunities to work alongside highly skilled and experienced colleagues.

High-quality professional development and leadership training.

A coaching culture that values professional reflection and growth.

We encourage applicants to see how we operate within our school so please call [phone removed] to arrange a visit.

INSPIRE Connected Communities Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and safeguarding checks and may be subject to a social media presence check.

Reference: ecfab08b0c942d7d7d19527e9a3e539b90730549 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 28 Aug 2026 · Listed via Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy

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