Hazel Oak Special School - Deputy Head Teacher Vacancy
Full time, permanent – to start Summer or Autumn term 2026
Leadership scale 18 to 22 (£78,702-£86,803)
Our Values: Community Respect Wellbeing Growth Creativity
We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Head Teacher to join our dynamic and experienced leadership team, to lead and develop our vibrant and inclusive special school, supporting a broad range of moderate to complex neurodiverse learners. We welcome applications from a broad range of backgrounds and experience leading within education. We celebrate belonging and the diversity of our population, celebrating difference as one of our strengths.
Hazel Oak supports a broad range of pupils with learning difficulties which include Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, social, emotional and mental health, speech, language and communication difficulties, plus more complex and medical needs. Communication, wellbeing, life skills and the functional use of core skills are central to our curriculum, which brings real life experience into learning.
The successful applicant will have substantial leadership experience in senior roles within schools, managing teams of people effectively, and supporting staff to deliver high quality curriculum content and outcomes.
As an inspiring and creative teacher and leader, you will be able to support staff to deliver an adapted national curriculum to meet the diverse needs of our learners, developing staff pedagogy through collaborative team working, creating inspired experiences and cultural capital for all.
Alongside the Head Teacher, and three Assistant Head Teachers, you will be instrumental in driving the school’s development through research‑based, aspirational and innovative training, coaching, peer and wellbeing support. You will also have a commitment to trauma informed, restorative practice, championing individual pupil needs, modelling high expectations to staff and pupils.
Hazel Oak is a supportive family team with a passion for progress, both in our pupils and our staff. Come and see what we can do to support your next challenge, pre visits are welcome.
Leadership structure:
* Head Teacher & Deputy Head Teacher
* 3 x Assistant Head Teachers
Our vision: Having fun, discovering our place in the world, building relationships and overcoming challenges. Learning about life beyond the classroom to shape a successful future.
This is your chance to be a part of something special.
Contact Maisie Franklin, Headteacher’s PA via email: s501mfranklin@hazel-oak.solihull.sch.uk for further details, or to arrange a visit.
Further information about the school can be found on our website: www.hazel-oak.co.uk “Reaching for the Stars”.
Closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 10th February 2026.
Hazel Oak School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and Safer Recruitment checks, including on an online search.
Attached documents
* Job Description - Deputy Headteacher.pdf
* Person Specification - Deputy Headteacher.pdf
* Recruitment Monitoring Form.pdf
* Reference Contact Details.pdf
* Standard Job Application Form DBS SCHOOLS v5.1 March 2023.doc
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