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Deputy Headteacher (Sponsorship Available) At Nexus Multi Academy Trust
Employer: Nexus Multi Academy Trust
Job Title: Deputy Headteacher
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £67,898 – £75,049 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 20 April 2026 at 9am
Overview
Nexus Multi Academy Trust is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to join the Senior Leadership Team from September 2026 (or sooner if possible). This role is ideal for a motivated, aspirational, and experienced senior leader who can work alongside the Headteacher, Academy Council, and wider Trust to drive school excellence.
The ideal candidate will be able to inspire students, lead staff teams, and respond to the emotional, social, and mental health needs of learners, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Applications are welcome from candidates with experience in mainstream primary or secondary schools, special schools, Alternative Provision, or those familiar with SEND and Trauma-Informed Approaches.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strong leadership alongside the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team
- Ensure high standards of teaching and learning across the school
- Support the emotional, social, and mental health needs of students
- Lead and motivate staff teams to achieve the best outcomes for learners
- Promote a positive school culture and aspirations for students’ futures
- Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to enhance student support
About Nottingham HOPE Academy
Nottingham HOPE Academy is a child-centred education provision in Nottingham for students with health needs. The Academy offers six different provisions across four sites:
- Children’s Hospital School – thirteen wards at Queens Medical Centre
- Lookout Education Centre at Hopewood CAMHS Unit – two wards and a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
- Nottingham Education Sanctuary Team (NEST) – based at Castle Gate
- Secondary Pathways – based at Castle Gate
- Sherwood Pathways – Sherwood Education Centre
- Sensory Pathways – Sherwood Education Centre
The school provides holistic support focusing on education, health, and social needs, supported by strong partnerships across the Nexus Multi Academy Trust and local agencies.
What Nexus Multi Academy Trust Offers Staff
Wellbeing, Pay, Careers, and Training:
- Free wellbeing support, including counselling, medical, and legal advice, with optional private healthcare
- Discount schemes with retailers, restaurants, and lifestyle services
- Auto-enrolment into Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
- Extensive career pathways, CPD, coaching, and professional development opportunities
- Induction programme for a smooth start in the role
- Opportunities to share quality practice with staff across the Trust
- Flexible working policies and Cycle to Work Scheme
- Annual leave increases based on service, plus bank holidays for support staff
Requirements & Eligibility
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Full enhanced DBS check required
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available
- Commitment to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults
- Disclosure of any unspent convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975
Recruitment checks may include: childcare disqualification, DBS, medical, online/social media, prohibition from teaching, right to work, references, and suitability to work with children.
About Nexus Multi Academy Trust
Founded in 2016, Nexus MAT operates a family of schools across South Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire.
Vision: “Learning together, to be the best we can be.”
The Trust focuses on collaboration, school improvement, and providing opportunities for employees, students, and the wider community to thrive.
How to Apply
If this opportunity interests you, head to the company’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.
