Deputy Headteacher - Full-time

Sir Roger Manwood's School, Sandwich

• Ref:KCC886-5428-269L
• Posted:25/04/2025
• Pay:L20 - L25
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:12/05/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

We are recruiting for a Deputy Headteacher, who will be the sole deputy at the school. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced senior leader to join a successful school that combines management freedom for effective leaders with secure central support that encourages collaboration for success.

We are looking for an exceptionally talented leader who will use their energy and vision to make a real impact; to support the achievement of outstanding outcomes for our students and staff, as well as ensuring that the school continues to develop its current standards and achievements – both academically and pastorally. The successful candidate will receive encouragement, support and guidance to develop their own career within the School.

The successful candidate will be an experienced, proactive and innovative school leader, with a clear strategic vision and the ability to support and develop staff and students.  As an outstanding practitioner, they will have a strong and consistent record of success across a number of schools and will have strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate the whole school community.

This post represents an opportunity to work with highly able young people in a supportive, well-equipped and forward-thinking school. We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment and the chance to be part of a fantastic team. SRMS is a great place to work and teach – it is a friendly, dynamic school where both staff and students thrive because they are highly valued.

We are preparing to embark on a new strategic development plan for the school, which values a rounded education that not only delivers outstanding academic outcomes but also encourages participation in the wider life of the school and development of skills for life, including leadership, collaboration and independence.

SRMS is a mixed grammar school that was graded Good in all categories by Ofsted in September 2022

Please note the School does not offer sponsorship for overseas applicants who require it for employment in the UK.

Please note that all references will be taken up before interview as per our Safer Recruitment Policy

For further details and a downloadable application form please visit the vacancies section of the school website (www.manwoods.co.uk) or contact the Head’s PA, Mrs Robinson, on head@srms.kent.sch.uk or 01304 610206. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of two satisfactory references and a DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

CLOSING DATE: strictly noon on Monday 12^th May

INTERVIEWS: the school reserves the right to interview as applications are received

SHORTLISTING: Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted

Sir Roger Manwood’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Due to its Safer Recruitment Policy, the School will take up references before interview.

Engage .… Explore …. Excel …..

Information about the school

Sir Roger Manwood's School offers a dynamic and welcoming environment for both staff and students, fostering a culture where everyone is highly valued. We take pride in our bright, capable students who are eager to learn, enabling our dedicated teachers to deliver exceptional education in their subjects.

Our school vision, encapsulated in the motto Engage…Explore…Excel… reflects our commitment to both personal growth and academic excellence. We encourage you to explore our school website to discover the diverse array of activities we offer, ranging from our weekly Combined Cadet Force and adventurous weekend training to our challenging Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme. Additionally, our vibrant arts scene includes regular drama productions, music concerts and sports fixtures, complemented by numerous extra-curricular clubs and societies led by our staff. Furthermore, Sir Roger Manwood’s School organises numerous overseas trips annually, providing invaluable cultural experiences for our students, from Year 7 going to Boulogne for a day and Year 11 visiting Berlin in December annually, through to Sixth Formers visiting our twinned schools in India and The Gambia each Easter.

Nestled in the picturesque setting of Kent, our school is conveniently located near the delightful medieval centre of Sandwich, close to both coast and rolling countryside. The area boasts world-renowned championship golf courses, providing recreational opportunities amidst stunning landscapes along the idyllic East Kent coast. Convenient access to the channel crossings at Dover and Folkestone, as well as excellent transportation links to London via high-speed rail and major roadways, ensures ease of travel. Local house prices and rents are considerably lower than those in London and the other Home Counties.

We take pride in our inclusive, friendly, and welcoming community, prioritising the holistic development of every individual alongside academic progress. If you are passionate about education and seeking a fulfilling career in a supportive environment, we invite you to join us to shape the future of Sir Roger Manwood’s School.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Kellie Robinson
• Address:Manwood Road, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9JX
• Telephone: (01304) 610200
• Email: head@srms.kent.sch.uk

Fax: N/A

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Deputy Head Pack