Deputy Head of School (Equivalent to Head of Year)

Varndean School requires an enthusiastic, committed and outstanding Deputy Head of School (head of year equivalent) to work closely with the Head of School to lead one of our 5 small schools. This is a full time position offered for one year as maternity cover.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and committed pastoral leader to join a well established, collaborative and highly successful team. Applications are welcomed from teachers and support staff colleagues with the skills and passion necessary to make a real difference to children’s lives.

For teaching staff the post carries a TLR2c (equivalent TLR 2.1) £8,611. The support staff salary is Grade SO1/2 spinal point 23 - £34,434 - £39, 152 pro rata, actual starting salary £29,831.

Varndean’s unique small school system includes five busy and productive school ‘bases’ that are at the heart of school life. There will be ample opportunities for the successful candidate to develop professionally and contribute significantly to the school’s ambitious pastoral agenda.

Varndean is an excellent place to work. Ofsted in 2022 described the “inspirational leaders”, the “expert” teachers, “impressive” pupils and the “exceptionally strong” staff training.

We hope you will be interested in joining us if so please complete the application form and send/e-mail it, with a covering letter to Hannah Butcher, Deputy Headteacher, Varndean School vacancies@varndean.co.uk.

The closing date is 9am on Friday 15th May. Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to interview excellent candidates in advance of this date.

What Varndean Offers You:

Varndean School is forward thinking and innovative, with the highest aspirations for all of our students, supported by highly trained and motivated professionals in their fields.

As an integral member of our wider leadership team, you will have many opportunities to play a crucial part in the development of our students by creating excellent relationships with them and their families and supporting students to thrive at school. In doing so your own professional development will be key and you will be able to participate in Varndean’s well established and extensive CPD programmes and have access to the benefits of our partnership work with the TTSA and Challenge Partners.

This role also offers the opportunity for leadership development. Leading a team of tutors and pastoral specialists and setting the strategic direction for one small school will allow you to hone and improve the skills you have and support your further career ambitions.

We are determined to create the best working environment for our colleagues where everyone feels a sense of belonging and purpose. You will find a school that is welcoming, supportive and with a highly collaborative environment to work in and belong to.