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Start Date: 20/08/2026
Closing Date: Tue 12th May 2026 (Midnight)
Interview Date(s): 19/05/2026
About this Role
Welcome to Leicester Therapeutic School and thank you for your interest in working with us. We want professionals to join our school who share our vision for providing the best possible education for pupils with special educational needs. If you are passionate about working with pupils with special educational needs, we would love to hear from you.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in the role of Deputy Headteacher starting in August 2026. You would be working alongside other team members including senior leaders, classroom teachers, learning support assistants and other support roles. Our provision includes small class sizes of up to 8 pupils, sensory friendly learning spaces, large classrooms, outside play areas, high staff to pupil ratio and a personalised curriculum approach.
Our school motto; ‘building foundations through nurture and mindset’ symbolises a child’s growth and development through their individual learning journey at Leicester Therapeutic School. We believe passionately that with the right support at the right time, pupils will thrive in school and be ready for the next stage of their education.
At Leicester Therapeutic School our ethos is clear; we put the child first in all circumstances. To ensure our pupils are ready to learn, Leicester Therapeutic School will create a school environment which makes pupils feel safe, secure, and supported. We do this by establishing strong and trusted professional relationships and providing pupils with an inviting and accessible environment.
Staff benefits include:
- Sick pay scheme
- Staff well-being package
- Fully funded training opportunities
- Employee Assist Programme
- Annual Performance Related Pay Increases
- Bright Exchange – High Street Discounts
- Specialist Training and CPD
- Workplace Pension
- Private medical insurance
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
Equal Opportunities
Leicester Therapeutic School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Safeguarding Statement
Leicester Therapeutic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.