DEPUTY HEADTEACHER – PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (DHPD)
Salary: L20 – L24 (Outer London) | £83,427 - £91,602 per annum
Full-time, Permanent
Woodford County High School is seeking an exceptional leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Head Personal Development (DHPD). This is a pivotal role, shaping the personal development, welfare, and safeguarding of our students while ensuring a nurturing and inclusive environment where all can thrive.
The successful candidate will lead on:
Personal Development Curriculum – Strategically overseeing and enhancing the school’s approach to character education, enrichment, and student leadership preparing our young people for their futures as positive global citizens.
Safeguarding & Inclusion – Acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), ensuring robust procedures and working closely with the Inclusion and Student Support Teams.
Pastoral Leadership – Line managing key pastoral staff, strengthening behaviour systems, and championing student wellbeing.
Strategic School Development – Contributing to whole-school leadership, school improvement planning, and community engagement.
We are looking for an experienced senior leader with a strong pastoral background, a passion for student welfare, and the ability to inspire both staff and students and ither key stakeholders. If you have a track record of strategic leadership in a pastoral or safeguarding capacity, we would love to hear from you.
Why Woodford?
A high-achieving and ambitious school with a strong community ethos dedicated to the holistic development of our students.
A commitment to professional development and leadership progression.
A supportive and dedicated staff team, working together to make a real impact on the lives of the young people in our care.
To Apply:
For more details and to download the application pack, please visit our school website or apply via TES. Applications can be submitted by post or email (recruitment@woodford.redbridge.sch.uk) and must include the completed London Borough of Redbridge application form.
Closing Date for applications: Monday 24th February 2025 at 9am
Interviews: First round interviews week commencing 3rd March 2025. Final interviews week commencing 10th March 2025.
Woodford County High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and further safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.
LONDON BOROUGH OF REDBRIDGE
