We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, self-motivated and forward-thinking Deputy Headteacher to temporarily join this dedicated, diligent and supportive team. The successful candidate will be committed to school improvement with significant experience of whole school leadership. They will be effective in developing strategies which challenge, interest and support all of our students and will have the drive and determination to contribute to the school’s mission of aiming for brilliance in all we do.

This is a temporary post following the departure of our Deputy Head - Behaviour and Attendance and we will be looking to appoint a permanent Deputy Headteacher from January 2027. As such, we are open to adapting the temporary role in response to the strengths and passions of the successful candidate. The published job description for this temporary post is generic and will be fine-tuned in liaison with the successful candidate. It is important that your application specifies which aspect of the life of the school you wish to lead and drive forwards; however a key role for any school leader will be to work in collaboration with colleagues to lead, support and develop and to be flexible in the roles and responsibilities they take on. The role is advertised as full-time but requests for a part-time position will be considered.

You will be joining a school that is proudly inclusive with a strong reputation in the local community for really knowing our students and placing relationships and belonging at the heart of our approach to their success.

We aim to inspire every member of our school community to aim for brilliance, fostering an inclusive culture where aspiration, responsibility, respect and integrity enable all to become the very best they can be. We deliver this vision by being committed to having high expectations; of student potential; of student engagement in learning and the school community; of behaviour and treatment of others; and of ourselves as educators, committed to providing the very best, inspirational opportunities for our students.

You will work with a wide variety of vibrant and energetic staff who are committed to their own development. As a result of this, staff actively engage in and take responsibility for continuing their own professional learning and regularly lead or are involved in research projects and staff professional learning. This focus on development of staff has led to many taking on additional responsibilities within Chipping Sodbury School or moving on to promotions at other institutions; this is something we really value. As a school, we passionately believe in learning for all and are committed to not only developing our students, but all who work within our community and therefore, you will be supported with your professional development. The Athelstan Trust actively seek to enable school leaders to access engagement in NPQ courses and ‘in house’ courses. As an employee of the Athelstan Trust you will also gain access to the National College online portal providing a wealth of online CPD opportunities.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 18th June 2026 at 9.00am

Interviews: Tuesday 23rd and Wednesday 24th June 2026

Your application should aim to cover the following principles:

• Your vision for developing your chosen field of school leadership (eg curriculum, teaching and learning, student progress, student support) across the Chipping Sodbury School community. Please ensure you are explicit in stating which aspect of the life of the school you are keen to drive forwards.
• Evidence of your direct impact on school improvement with clear examples of your experience.
• Your reasons for applying for the job.

The Athelstan Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check along with standard pre-employment safeguarding checks. As the role includes working with children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must, therefore, disclose all spent and unspent convictions. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview. Please also be aware that you will be subject to an online check and that you may be questioned about the findings of such a check at your interview.

We are a flexible working employer and we are willing to make any reasonable adjustments you require during your interview so please ask us.