Position: Deputy Head Teacher
Grade / Salary: Leadership L9 - L13
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: January 2026 or sooner
Aspire People is partnering with a specialist provision for autistic pupils with additional learning needs in Wednesbury. We are seeking a Deputy Head Teacher to join our leadership team and invite applications from teachers with varying levels of experience.
We are looking for a passionate, driven, and highly motivated Deputy Head Teacher who is:
* A creative thinker, dedicated to ensuring the best possible outcomes for every child.
* An inspiring and innovative leader with a proven history of success.
* Energetic, positive, and able to work collaboratively as part of a leadership team.
* Willing to go above and beyond to create exceptional opportunities for our students.
* Knowledgeable and up-to-date with the latest in pedagogical research and professional development.
What we offer the successful candidate:
* A commitment to ongoing professional development.
* A supportive and dedicated staff team united in striving for the best academic and social outcomes for our children.
* Friendly, enthusiastic students eager to learn.
* Flexibility in working arrangements, subject to discussion.
Application Details:
* Closing Date: 9am, Wednesday 3rd December 2025
* Interviews: Week commencing 8th December 2025
* Teaching Observation: Candidates will be observed teaching as part of the selection process.
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act:
This role is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, confirming the candidate is not on the Children's Barred List. Shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any convictions, cautions, reprimands, or final warnings that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks