Southfield School is a SEN Primary setting, and due to the demand for SEN spaces for this age group, we are finding ourselves rapidly growing with an increasing waiting list. Southfield not just cares about the children, but about the staff too, making it a great place to work. We have a bright and spacious comfortable break out area for our teachers and support staff, dedicated large PPA room, and a fully equipped functioning kitchen too. By providing a positive work environment brings out the best in our teachers. We support training, career development, and your passions. You’ll get free parking, free hot drinks, ongoing support, and a great team. Deputy Headteacher Working alongside a passionate and experienced leadership team, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving school improvement, nurturing staff development, and creating an environment where every pupil can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. As Deputy Headteacher, you will help deliver a high-quality, inclusive education service that reflects both school values and regulatory standards. Working closely with the Headteacher, senior leaders, and key stakeholders, you will champion high expectations, strengthen teaching and learning, and ensure outstanding outcomes for all pupils. This position has been created as part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening and expanding our leadership team — offering you the opportunity to make a lasting strategic and operational impact within a growing school community. Closing date: Monday 13th April 2026 at 9am Interview Date: Tuesday 21st April 2026 Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to call candidates for interview and appoint before the closing date. We believe that schools 'can' and 'do' make a difference and change lives and that the most important resource in any school is its staff. The success of Southfield School is due to our dedicated, committed, experienced and enthusiastic staff. Southfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from all members of our community. We would welcome the opportunity to invite you to visit our School, and meet our friendly staff, as well as our amazing children. To arrange, please call the School Office on 01707 276 504 to make an appointment with our Headteacher. For more information on our School, please visit our website Home | Southfield School or find us on Facebook: Southfield School - Facebook