Deputy Headteacher (Quality of Education)

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Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.
At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes. 

About the Role
The Deputy Headteacher (Quality of Education) is a key strategic leader at the heart of Chellaston Academy. In this role, you will drive excellence in teaching, learning, curriculum, and assessment to ensure every student thrives. You will champion high expectations, inclusion, and wellbeing, helping to nurture confident, well‑rounded young people.

Working closely with the Headteacher, you will use your expertise to support whole‑school improvement, lead and inspire colleagues, and use information and systems to shape decisions and raise standards. You will model professional integrity, communicate confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, and contribute to a positive, values‑led culture where staff and students can flourish.

This is a pivotal opportunity for an ambitious leader to make a significant impact and play a key role in shaping the future of our school community. 

Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for an exceptional senior leader with strong organisational skills, the ability to manage complex priorities, and a proven track record of contributing to whole‑school improvement. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator who can confidently build positive relationships with staff, students, parents, governors, and Trust colleagues. They will bring experience in leading teams, driving high‑quality teaching, learning, curriculum, and assessment, and using information and systems effectively to support decision‑making. Professional integrity, high expectations, a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion, and the ability to remain calm, proactive, and resilient under pressure are essential. Above all, we are seeking someone who is passionate about developing confident, well‑rounded young people and is committed to continuous professional development and exemplary professional conduct. 

About Chellaston Academy
At Chellaston Academy, children are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to create mature, confident and successful global citizens who can thrive in an ever‑changing world, guided by our shared values of Integrity, Care and Excellence.

While strong academic outcomes matter, we believe success is defined by far more than examination results. We are committed to developing the whole person, nurturing qualities such as self‑confidence, self‑belief and self‑esteem, and recognising and celebrating individual talents.

Our students benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum, and we work closely with parents and carers to ensure that, when expectations are high and shared, every child can achieve great things. This includes promoting an excellent attitude centred on respect, high standards of appearance, good manners, full attendance and punctuality.

Chellaston Academy is a school where:

• Diversity is celebrated and inclusion shapes everything we do.
• Children feel safe, happy and supported.
• High expectations drive achievement for all.
• Relationships between staff and students are strong, respectful and built on trust.
• Staff wellbeing is valued, and colleagues genuinely enjoy being part of our community. 

Why Join Tapestry?
As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing 

This is your chance to be part of something special.  Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact. 

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list.  All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK. 

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership 

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). 

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this.  Please call 01332 702502  

Further details about our school can be found on our website: Home - Chellaston Academy 

To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership 

Closing date for applications:              Monday 23^rd February 2026 @ 9am

Interview date:                                               Monday 2nd & Tuesday 3rd March 2026

Potential Start date:                                   September 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.