Deputy Headteacher

Job Description

Brentwood County High School, part of Osborne Co‑operative Academy Trust, is seeking an inspiring and visionary Deputy Headteacherto lead on Raising Standards of Achievement and Sixth Form provision. This is a pivotal strategic role for an exceptional leader who is passionate about inclusive education, high expectations for all, and evidence‑informed school improvement.

As a large and proudly inclusive 11-18 school rated GOOD (Ofsted, 2022), BCHS is continuing its ambitious journey of improvement. Through our ACE teaching and learning framework, strong trust collaboration, and commitment to cooperative values, we create an environment where every student and member of staff can flourish.

As Deputy Headteacher, you will:

Lead with integrity, vision and a relentless focus on raising standards for all learners.
Drive high-quality teaching and curriculum development through our ACE evidence-based approach.
Provide strategic leadership of Sixth Form, ensuring a thriving curriculum, excellent outcomes, and strong progression routes.
Support the Headteacher in the day‑to‑day operational management of a complex and dynamic school.
Shape and deliver school improvement priorities, working collaboratively within the trust's peer‑review model.
Model a culture of inclusion, high expectations, and positive behaviour.
Champion reading, achievement, and high‑quality assessment across the school.
Build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, governors, and trust partners.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from leaders who can demonstrate:

A proven track record of successful senior leadership in an 11-18 setting.
Experience in leading Sixth Form and raising standards of achievement.
Strategic thinking, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to inspire and empower others.
A commitment to safeguarding, inclusive practice, and the wellbeing of all students.
Alignment with our co‑operative values: self-help, self-responsibility, equality, equity, democracy, solidarity.

Why Join Osborne Co‑operative Academy Trust?

A values‑driven trust where collaboration, integrity, and ethical leadership underpin everything we do.
Motivated, engaged students who contribute positively to school life.
A rich culture of professional development-including coaching, NPQs, and trust-wide CPD.
Supportive colleagues and a highly collaborative approach to school improvement.
A generous benefits package, including flexible working options, recognition of continuous service, wellbeing support, and a relocation package of up to £8,000.

For full details, please see the attached recruitment brochure.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.