Deputy Headteacher – Transformational Leadership for Ambitious Educators

Seize your place as a Deputy Headteacher in an inspiring, high-achieving Lambeth school where your leadership will not only shape teaching and learning but ignite a positive culture of aspiration, innovation, and achievement. This is a rare opportunity for a visionary Deputy Headteacher to leave a legacy, spearhead progress, and champion the highest standards across a flourishing school community. If you’re ready to make seismic impact and inspire both staff and students alike, your next chapter starts here.

As our next Deputy Headteacher, you’ll be immersed in an Outstanding, values-driven environment renowned for professional excellence, forward-thinking methods, and an unwavering dedication to inclusion. You will hone your strategic leadership as part of an extraordinary SLT, working side-by-side with a dynamic, supportive Headteacher. From advanced CPD to shaping whole-school practice, the role offers unrivalled professional growth and energises leaders who relish responsibility, visibility, and challenge at the highest level.

Key Highlights:

• Deputy Headteacher at an ambitious, thriving Lambeth school
• Outer London MPS1-6 (£37,870 - £50,474) per year – competitive and commensurate
• Modern, well-equipped campus in a sought-after Lambeth location
• Ofsted rated Good with Outstanding features – proud of our rising trajectory
• Comprehensive, ongoing CPD designed for aspirational leaders
• Perfect for experienced, impactful classroom teachers pursuing SLT transition
• Exceptional resources and collaborative, innovative staff team

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading teaching and learning, setting benchmarks for academic excellence
• Driving high-impact school initiatives: curriculum, behaviour, inclusion
• Supporting and empowering a talented staff team through coaching and performance management
• Analysing school data to inform vision, strategy, and improvement plans
• Championing safeguarding and student wellbeing at whole-school level
• Building partnerships across parents, governors, and the wider community

Ideal Deputy Headteacher for this Lambeth School:

• UK-trained with QTS and a proven record of substantial impact
• Strong track record of Good or Outstanding classroom practice
• Inspirational communicator with strategic vision and emotional intelligence
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, managing change, and raising standards
• Energetic, innovative, and relentless in pursuit of the best outcomes for every student
• Enthusiasm for CPD, whole-school responsibility, and progression to Headship

Why Join This Lambeth School?:

• Work within a proudly inclusive, aspirational, and values-led learning environment
• Access to a tailored CPD programme and Leadership Pathways
• Collaborative, forward-thinking, and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• Students consistently exceeding national attainment and progress benchmarks
• Impeccable behaviour, strong community spirit, and a culture of high expectation
• Opportunity to be instrumental in a school entering its next Outstanding phase

For ambitious Deputy Headteacher candidates passionate about making true impact, this Lambeth school offers a gateway to top-tier leadership and professional fulfilment. Applications are warmly welcomed now – champion the future of education as a Deputy Headteacher in our dynamic community.

How to Apply

We’re moving quickly—if you’re ready to make a meaningful impact as a Deputy Headteacher or key member of our All Through School staff in Lambeth, submit your application today. Opportunities are filling fast, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview without delay. Don’t wait on this one; your next leadership step could be just one click away.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Inner London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!