Deputy Principal
We are looking for a passionate educator who is ready to inspire and support children with special educational needs in a dynamic, inclusive environment. The purpose of the job is to manage and ensure the effective delivery for all educational programmes for students placed at Meath, in line with all statutory requirements and Speech and Language UK policies and procedures
Job details
Location
Meath School, Brox Road, Ottershaw, Surrey, KT16 0LF
Salary
Leadership Group L11 to L15 £65,188 - £71,665
Hours of work
Full time, term time
Contract
Permanent
Closing date
May 19, 2025
Role: Deputy Principal
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Annual salary: Leadership Group L11 to L15 £65,188 – £71,665
Required for September 2025
Location: Meath, Speech and Language UK School, Brox Road, Ottershaw, Chertsey KT16 0LF
Meath School has been shortlisted for Boarding School of the year at the TES Awards
Role Overview
The Deputy Principal will work with the Principal, School Advisory Board and members of the Senior Leadership Group (SLG) to adhere to our shared vision for the school and to the strategic plan to meet the needs of pupils with complex Speech, language and communication needs and high functioning autism. The Deputy Principal will promote the shared ethos that inspires, motivates and challenges all members of the school community, pupils and staff alike, to maximise their potential.
We are seeking to appoint well-qualified professionals of proven experience who, in close collaboration with the Principal, will:
- Ensure the vision for the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood and acted upon effectively by all.
- Lead the Teachers team to translate the vision into agreed objectives and operational plans to promote and sustain school improvement
- Demonstrate and communicate vision and values of the school and Speech and Language UK in everyday work and practice.
- Motivate and work with others to embed a shared culture and positive climate.
- Ensure creativity, innovation and the use of appropriate new technologies to achieve excellence.
- Ensure that strategic planning and the school culture and curriculum take account of the diversity, values and experience of the school and community.
- Provide a high-quality professional leadership which secures the success of the school to ensure all pupils fulfil their potential and are safe and happy at school.
- To make a significant contribution to the school and Speech and Language UK’s wider strategic vision
The school provides a very rewarding working environment where employees are valued and there is a focus on staff welfare.
About Us
Meath, a Speech and Language UK school, is a day and residential non-maintained primary special school for up to 75 pupils aged 4 to 11 years with complex speech and language challenges. Our most recent Ofsted report (2023) is highly positive about the work of the school and the progress which our children make. ‘Pupils are happy and safe, and they enjoy being in school. They comment that ‘everyone can have friends here’. Visit our website.
We have just been shortlisted for Boarding School of the year at the TES awards.
How to Apply
To apply please send a completed application form to sbm@meathschool.org.uk
The closing date for this vacancy is 9am on Monday, 19th May 2025 with interviews taking place on Wednesday, 21st and Thursday, 22nd May 2025.
Please note that we will not close applications before this time and date as we recognise that candidates put in a lot of time and effort into making an application.
If you are interested in the position please contact Majella Delaney, Principal, to discuss the role further on 01932 872302 or majella.delaney@meathschool.org.uk. Candidates wishing to visit the school please contact sbm@meathschool.org.uk with a range of dates when you are available to ensure we can coordinate a visit that works for both you and Meath school.
Safeguarding
Speech and Language UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We carry out appropriate vetting and verifications on all staff. Please find details of our safeguarding information and policy details safeguarding policy
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education the successful candidate’s employment is subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check.
All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search covering content that is in the public domain.
Accessibility Support
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments or need to apply in a different format, please contact our People Team at hr@speechandlanguage.org.uk and we will be happy to assist you. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer.
