Role Overview
Whitmore High School is seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic Deputy Headteacher to join the Leadership Team and drive forward the school’s vision.
This role is ideal for a highly skilled leader with a proven track record of success at senior level, passionate about leading in an innovative and forward-thinking environment.
- Employer: Whitmore High School
- Job Title: Deputy Headteacher
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Salary: £88,811.00 – £97,530.00 Annually
- Closing Date: 9:00am, 29th September 2025
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Ensure excellent outcomes and provision across all areas and key stages of the school
Support the Headteacher in developing and communicating a clear vision and ethos
Promote Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice
Provide strategic and operational leadership across key aspects of the school’s activities
Lead effective self-review processes, contribute to the School Improvement Plan, and monitor its implementation
Establish a culture of sharing best practice within the school and across other schools/organisations
Oversee provision in linked departments and year groups, ensuring systematic reviews and effective interventions
Develop a broad, balanced, and coherent curriculum that meets the needs of all students
Maintain high standards of behaviour, engagement, and a safe, well-ordered environment
Champion the progress and personal development of vulnerable, disadvantaged, and underachieving groups
Contribute to the day-to-day running of the school and deputise for the Headteacher when required
Ensure statutory safeguarding requirements are met and reflect best practice
Why Work at Whitmore High School?
Supportive and collaborative staff team
Diverse and supportive local community that values education
State-of-the-art building with modern facilities and well-equipped classrooms
OFSTED rated ‘Outstanding’ school
Exceptional CPD opportunities across a wide range of areas
Strong staff wellbeing culture, including:
Weekly staff yoga
On-site massage
Weekly fruit and breakfast boxes
Well-being garden
Book club with free Kindle loan
Free annual flu jab
Free use of on-site gym
How to Apply
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