Deputy Headteacher

Job overview

London Academy of Excellence is currently seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational Deputy Headteacher for this unique Academic Sixth Form.

Due to the internal promotion of the current postholder, the Academy is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to execute the vision and values of the Academy. LAE was established in 2012 and holds an embedded mission of social mobility.

The new postholder should align with the mission of the school and work within an established SLT as we take ownership of a brand-new school premises, Hawthorne House, in Sept 26. LAE has sustained and will continue to experience substantial growth in its pupil numbers. 

Candidates should apply for this role through the school website or TES website application with a supporting statement stating reasons for application to the role and how they meet the criteria of the role.

The closing date for applications is noon on 9.00am on Monday 13 April 2026. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a two-day selection process on Monday 20 April and Tuesday 21 2026.

References may be taken in advance of shortlisting and will be taken for all shortlisted candidates.

Candidates may request a preliminary, no-obligation conversation with the existing or incoming Headteacher, by emailing  ht.pa@lae.ac.uk.