Deputy Headteacher Sudbury, Suffolk£45,000 - £60,000 per annumFull Time - 40 hours per weekSeptember Start A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Deputy Headteacher to join a specialist educational setting in Sudbury. This nurturing and therapeutic school environment is committed to supporting young people with complex needs to achieve academically, socially, and emotionally. The school promotes a culture of inclusion, high expectations, and personalised learning, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing, life skills, and community engagement. Purpose of the Role The Deputy Headteacher will support the Headteacher in providing effective leadership and management across the school. The role plays a key part in driving high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour, safeguarding, and pastoral care within a trauma-informed environment.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Headteacher in promoting the school's culture, ethos, and valuesLead on curriculum implementation and assessment to ensure a broad, balanced, and engaging offer for pupils with complex needsSupport behaviour management strategies in line with trauma-informed practicesWork closely with the SENDCo to ensure effective provision and statutory compliance for pupils with SENDAssist with operational leadership, including staffing, resources, and complianceRepresent the school at meetings, reviews, and external events when requiredPromote high standards of safeguarding, wellbeing, and professional conduct across the schoolRequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS)Proven leadership experience within a specialist or complex educational settingStrong knowledge of safeguarding, SEND, Ofsted frameworks, and trauma-informed practiceAbility to lead and motivate teams while fostering a positive school cultureExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsCommitment to inclusive education and positive outcomes for young peopleBenefitsEnhanced pension schemeEnhanced maternity and paternity payBlue Light discount accessFully funded training and qualificationsEnhanced pay scales based on experience and qualificationsWellbeing support and employee discount schemesLife assurance School tours are welcomed as part of the interview process.