Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher Aurora Brampton Valley School
Location: Market Harborough Leicestershire
Contract Type: permanent full-time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: 58569 - 64691 (L6 L10) per annum depending on qualifications and experience
Start date: April 2026

Advert closing date: Friday 12th December 2025 at 12pm interviews to take place on Tuesday 16th December 2025 venue tbc.

Open day at Aurora Fairway School in St. Ives Cambridgeshire on Monday 1st December 2025

We are also offering a virtual Intro to Aurora Brampton Valley School call via Microsoft Teams on Tuesday 2nd December at 7pm. Please get in touch to book in -

Aurora Brampton Valley School is opening its doors in early 2027 and were looking for an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape the future of our specialist SEMH provision. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly transformative.

Aurora Brampton Valley will be a nurturing inclusive and ambitious school for children and young people aged 519 with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity of 72 students our vision is to create a safe enriching and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive.

The Role

As Deputy Head Teacher youll work closely with the Head Teacher to lead and manage the school to the highest professional standards. Youll take strategic responsibility for teaching and learning student assessment and progress while also deputising for the Head Teacher when required.

Youll play a key role in:

• Driving school improvement through effective planning and evaluation
• Leading on careers employability and work experience
• Supporting staff development appraisals and wellbeing
• Maintaining a teaching commitment and modelling best practice
• Building strong partnerships with parents carers and external agencies

Successful candidates are likely to demonstrate the following:

• Qualified Teacher Status with leadership experience
• Proven track record of teaching excellence in a special needs environment (SEMH/ASD)
• Strong understanding of curriculum planning assessment and data analysis
• Experience in staff development appraisal and team leadership
• Knowledge of OFSTED requirements and current developments in special education
• Ability to inspire support and lead through example

Whats on Offer at Aurora

We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Heres a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:

Grow with Us Training & Development

Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.

Save Money on Everyday Essentials

With the rising cost of living our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:

• Discounts on groceries phone plans internet dining out gym memberships & more
• Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme

Competitive Pay & Reward

We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. Youll enjoy:

• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced Pension
• Life Assurance

24/7 GP Access For You & Your Household

Need a doctor No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.

UK Health Cash Plan

Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme and you can upgrade to add your partner too!

Employee Assistance Programme

Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues including:

• Freephone counselling (available 24/7)
• Online tools and resources

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How to apply:

You can apply online by completing our online application form. For more information on this position or for information on our open day please contact

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are spent unless they are protected under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children and young adults.

The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.

Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.