Deputy Head Teacher
Salary/Grade: (L21 - L26) £88,812-£99,840
Location: Darrick Wood School
Contract Type: 1 FTE, Permanent
Reporting to: Head Teacher
You will be working in a forward looking and supportive school with successful and committed staff. Darrick Wood is an oversubscribed and successful 11-18 large mixed comprehensive academy, housed in modern buildings on an attractive site. The School consistently achieves excellent results and was judged to be 'good' in all areas in its OFSTED inspection in May 2024.
The School was awarded the World Class Schools Quality Mark in 2015 and again in 2018 and 2021. The School provides excellent opportunities for career development and a full support programme for all new staff. All staff have access to sports facilities, and a private employee assistance programme.
Darrick Wood School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected.
Closing Date: midday Wednesday, 7th October 2026
Interviews will be held week commencing Monday, 12th October 2026.
For more information on the role please see Candidate Pack.
We particularly welcome applicants from ethnic minority backgrounds. We recognise the vital contribution that members of a diverse team make to our pupils' learning. The range of cultural experiences, differing viewpoints, and role models this brings is essential in our Trust and we recognise the gap that would be left in our offering without these.
Darrick Wood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought, and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
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London Borough of Bromley Council Recruitment Team
