Deputy Headteacher needed in Woking

?? Location: Woking, Surrey
?? Job Type: Full-time
?? Salary: £53,900 – £60,060

Are you a passionate leader ready to inspire, empower, and help shape the future of young people? Reed Education is on the lookout for a dynamic Deputy Headteacher to join our close-knit team in Woking. We’re an independent specialist school supporting students aged 11–17 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs — and we’re all about unlocking potential.

• Leading the charge on both the educational and operational fronts of the school.
• Teaching 50% of the time in your subject specialism (we’ll chat about this at interview).
• Collaborating with a brilliant network of school leaders across the UK.
• Building strong relationships with parents, carers, local authorities, and professionals to ensure every student thrives.
• Supporting and guiding our amazing staff team, creating a culture of growth, support, and teamwork.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• At least 1 year in a senior leadership role in education.
• A track record of delivering great (or outstanding!) teaching.
• Excellent communication skills – written, spoken, and everything in between.
• Experience working with SEMH students and managing challenging behaviours.
• A creative approach to curriculum design that meets diverse learning needs.

• Your own staff laptop and mobile phone.
• Competitive salary and room to grow.
• Loads of training and professional development opportunities.
• Small class sizes with dedicated TA support.
• Be part of a growing national organisation with leadership pathways.
• Enhanced sick pay scheme.
• Flexible pension options.
• Regular therapeutic and wellbeing support.
• Access to employee benefits, wellbeing services, and discount schemes.

If you're excited about making a difference and leading with heart, we’d love to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter telling us why this role speaks to you.

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will undergo an Enhanced DBS check and social media screening.