Deputy Headteacher (Treorchy Comprehensive School)
Salary: L17 - L21 (£78,116 - £85,329)
Treorchy Comprehensive School
DEPUTY HEADTEACHER (2 VACANCIES)
Salary: L17 - L21 (£78,116 - £85,329)
Start Date: Post 1 Summer term. Post 2 Autumn Term
NOR: 1433
Are you ready for an exciting challenge and the opportunity to make a real difference?
Treorchy Comprehensive School is seeking two inspirational and dynamic Deputy Headteachers to join our highly motivated leadership team and help drive the next stage of our improvement journey.
Following the successful forthcoming progression of our current Deputy Headteachers, one to a Headship and another to a senior Welsh-medium leadership role, these vacancies reflect the strength of leadership development at our school and the opportunities we provide for professional growth.
About Us
Treorchy Comprehensive School is on a significant and purposeful improvement journey following its placement in special measures in 2024. Our progress has been recognised by Estyn and the Local Authority, highlighting our strong culture of ambition, collaboration and shared responsibility. This is an exciting time to join a school committed to excellence and transformation.
We are looking for leaders who:
* Are strategic thinkers with proven leadership, management and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrate a passion for school improvement and exemplary classroom practice.
* Inspire, motivate and empower others.
* Are committed to teamwork, partnerships and high expectations.
* Are innovative and confident in leading curriculum development.
* Care deeply about the emotional and academic development of every child.
We can offer:
* Enthusiastic, inquisitive and friendly learners.
* A hardworking, committed and skilled staff team.
* Supportive parents and a proactive Governing Body.
* A school culture that values professional growth and leadership development.
* A commitment to your professional development
Join Us
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Treorchy Comprehensive School. We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school to gain a first-hand understanding of our context and aspirations. To arrange a visit, please contact Becky Wilde, Leadership Team PA at stbwill1@treorchycomp.org.uk.
Apply now and be part of our journey back to excellence.
Please note that we are not seeking any specific specialist or portfolio expertise. Leadership responsibilities and areas will be combined to best meet the needs of the school and will be allocated to reflect the skills and qualities of those appointed. Over time, portfolios may be adjusted to support professional development and to strengthen transferable skills, thereby building whole-school capacity and supporting leadership development.
If you have any queries regarding your application, please contact Becky Wilde via email stbwill1@treorchycomp.org.uk or 01443 733127
The closing date for this post is 6th February 2026. 9am
PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.
Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.
An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
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