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Job Overview:
The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’
We’re looking for a dedicated Deputy Headteacher for Behaviour, Culture and Ethos to join our friendly, supportive team at Oakbank School, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust.
About the Role:
As the Deputy Headteacher, you will be an important part of the Senior Leadership Team. You will be expected to lead the school, setting exceptionally high standards for staff and students, and ensuring they are met. You will be expected to contribute widely to all areas of the school. You will need to be positive, optimistic and committed with a strong belief that all pupils are capable of excellent conduct and outcomes, and have a track record of success.
The role will develop your capacity and knowledge, utilising your skills and understanding of our context whilst providing you with support and guidance to be the very best leader.
With the Headteacher and Leadership Team:
Share responsibility for school policies, decision-making and strategic planning
Develop an ethos of extremely high expectations of staff and students
Take full accountability for key areas of the school’s work
Manage staff and resources
Monitor progress towards the achievement of the school’s aims and objectives
Be a highly visible presence around the school and model expectations of staff and students
Have a strategic overview of your areas
Contribute to the development of all areas of the school
About Oakbank School:
Oakbank School, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Oakbank School a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.
About Greenshaw Learning Trust:
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
We can offer you:
Professional development and career progression
Generous pension scheme
Blue Light Card
Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
An Employee Assistance Programme
Gym Discounts
Free eye tests
Cycle to work scheme
Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 8th December 2025.
The interview will be on 11th December 2025.
The role is due to commence as soon as possible after appointment. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Safeguarding Statement
We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.