Deputy Headteacher
Curriculum, achievement and developing teaching
Salary: Leadership Scale L14-L18, £68586 - £75675 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier by negotiation)
Location: Woodfield Academy
Are you passionate about improving the curriculum, achievement and developing teaching? Are you an ambitious leader ready to make a difference?
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Deputy Headteacher to join our senior leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and drive whole-school strategies to ensure that every pupil engages positively in school life and achieves their potential.
The successful candidate will be a key figure in leading the culture and ethos of our school, ensuring high expectations for quality teaching are consistently maintained. You will lead on systems, interventions, and staff development to secure excellent standards of teaching.
Woodfield Academy joined the Bordesley MAT from Easter 2022. We work closely with Trinity High School, Birchensale Middle School and Holyoakes First School in a very localised MAT focusing on the development of children in Redditch. Working together as part of the three-tier system we aspire to improve the educational offer for the local community.
We are looking for someone who:
* Is an experienced middle or senior leader.
* Has a proven track record of improving the quality of Education.
* Can inspire, lead, and motivate pupils, staff, and families.
* Is committed to inclusion and securing the best outcomes for all pupils, including the most vulnerable.
* Has the vision and determination to make a real difference to the lives of our young people.
In return, we offer:
* A supportive and committed leadership team.
* A dedicated pastoral and safeguarding team to work alongside you.
* Opportunities for ongoing professional development and leadership training.
* A vibrant school community where every child is known and valued.
* The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people.
* A free health care plan from Simply Health making sure you are always assured that your own physical and mental health is our priority.
* A staff team who are caring and always look out for each other. The staff room is a focal point of wellbeing where strong friendships and working relationships are established.
* A social element, where celebrating together is encouraged.
* A sense of belonging and that every role is valued under the #onewoodfield ethos.
If you are an ambitious leader with the drive to improve standards and culture and are ready for the next step in your leadership career, we would love to hear from you.
Closing Date: Wednesday 23 April, 3pm
Interview Dates: Tuesday 29 April and Thursday 1 May
Please apply using the TES application process. Please note we do not accept CV's.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged! For further information please contact Sharon Little, Operations Manager, Headteacher's PA, 01527 527081 or recruitment@woodfield.bmat.co.uk
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