Deputy Headteacher

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Brakenhale School and become an integral member of the teaching staff. We are an 11 to 18 school situated on the southern side of Bracknell town centre. We are a community school. Our commitment to high standards and outstanding teaching has led us to become the school of choice for families in Bracknell Forest. You will also be joining a terrific team, emphasising the importance of cooperation and teamwork. We are looking to hire a Deputy Headteacher who understands what a good role model truly is, who can help lead the school during difficult times, as well as consistently deliver high quality teaching.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

Main responsibilities:

• To act as a role model in leading all staff in their own excellent leadership, their delivery of high?quality teaching and learning, their continuous professional development and their professional
• presence in the school
• To personally, consistently deliver high quality teaching that leads to excellent student progress and
• outcomes
• To contribute and lead on the implementation of the School Improvement Plan
• To lead, alongside the Headteacher, in the operational work of the school on a day to day basis
• To Line Manage Assistant Headteachers, and potentially Heads of Department, by providing regular
• support and challenge in a way which recognises good practice, supports their progress and results
• in a tangible impact on students learning, progress and outcomes
• To follow statutory guidance, GLT and school policies
• To attend, prepare documentation and present information to Governors Meetings and other
• meetings with stakeholders
• To be responsible for ensuring that the school safeguarding policy is adhered to and concerns are
• raised in accordance with this policy
• To actively ensure the best presentation and reputation of Brakenhale School in the community 
• To carry out tasks as reasonably required by the Headteacher

You will need:

• Relevant degree
• Qualified Teacher Status or be working towards
• Experience of working in a school setting
• Evidence of strong leadership
• Experience of successfully presenting initiatives at whole school level to both staff, parents, governors and the local community
• Evidence of / Commitment to continuing professional development

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 7th October. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.