Deputy Headteacher
Location
East Dereham, Norfolk
Job Type
Full-time
Category
educational-instruction-and-library
Posted
June 14, 2026
Grass Roots Academic Support is supporting a specialist SEN school in the Breckland area in its search for an experienced and committed Deputy Headteacher.
This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial one-term period, with the potential for a permanent position for the successful candidate.
The role offers an exciting opportunity to combine Senior Leadership Team responsibilities with teaching across Key Stages 1–3 within a small, nurturing SEMH setting. The successful candidate will also undertake the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and play a key role in driving school improvement, supporting staff development and ensuring outstanding outcomes for pupils.
Location: Breckland, Norfolk
Contract: Fixed-Term (Initial One-Term Appointment)
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: (dependent on experience)
Potential for Permanent Appointment Following Successful Completion of Initial Term
About the School
They are a small, nurturing specialist SEN school ...
This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial one-term period, with the potential for a permanent position for the successful candidate.
The role offers an exciting opportunity to combine Senior Leadership Team responsibilities with teaching across Key Stages 1–3 within a small, nurturing SEMH setting. The successful candidate will also undertake the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and play a key role in driving school improvement, supporting staff development and ensuring outstanding outcomes for pupils.
Location: Breckland, Norfolk
Contract: Fixed-Term (Initial One-Term Appointment)
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: (dependent on experience)
Potential for Permanent Appointment Following Successful Completion of Initial Term
About the School
They are a small, nurturing specialist SEN school ...