Succeeding as a Deputy Head

The ultimate guide to deputy headship

Adam Kohlbeck, Chris Passey

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Bloomsbury Education
15 January 2026

Organisation & management of education; Teaching staff; Secondary schools; Management: leadership & motivation

Series: Succeeding As...

This essential guide supports Deputy Head Teachers and those aspiring to make the jump in their teaching career. Addressing the every day challenges and triumphs of whole school leadership in a relatable and highly pragmatic way.

Using case studies and practical examples blended with academic research, Succeeding as a Deputy Head lends a unique voice to the ever-growing leadership debate, and is perfect for current deputies and those that aspire to lead. This addition to the series includes professional perspectives from prominent educational leaders, opportunities for self-reflection and coaching strategies to help develop and nurture a people-centred school community.

The Succeeding As… series offers practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you excel in a specific role in a secondary school. Including everything you need to be successful in your teaching career, the books are ideal for those just starting out as well as more experienced practitioners looking to develop their skill sets.

By: Adam Kohlbeck, Chris Passey
Imprint: Bloomsbury Education
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 128mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 280g
ISBN: 9781801996198
ISBN 10: 1801996199
Series: Succeeding As...
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 15 January 2026
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Chris Passey has been the Deputy Head of Kimichi School in Birmingham for 7 years. Passionate about education and supporting others, Chris is Chair of Governors at Waseley Hills High School and Vice Chair at Sutton Park Primary, both schools under the Central Schools Region Trust (CRST) founded by the RSA of which Chris is a proud Fellow. Follow Chris @MrChrisPassey Adam Kohlbeck currently works as Deputy Head teacher of Birkbeck Primary school, responsible for curriculum, teaching and learning and staff development. Adam speaks regularly on Teacher Talk radio and is a guest lecturer for both Greenwich University and York University. He's also a consultant for Pixl, a network of schools and educators working to improve life chances and outcomes for young people. Follow Adam @adam08247386 In 2023, Adam and Chris set up Edupulse; an online platform which showcases voices in education and offers leadership coaching, teaching insights and a regular podcast featuring a diverse range of experts from the education sector.

Reviews for Succeeding as a Deputy Head: The ultimate guide to deputy headship

Succeeding as a Deputy Head stands as a seminal contribution to educational leadership literature, offering a nuanced and deeply practical guide for Deputy Headteachers who must navigate the complex intersection of strategy, relationships and professional growth. -- Professor Dr Haili Hughes, Director of Professional Development, All Saints MAT * Professor Dr Haili Hughes, Director of Professional Development, All Saints MAT * Succeeding as a Deputy Head is the book I wish I'd had when I stepped into senior leadership. It doesn't shy away from the hard stuff or pretend there are easy answers. Instead, it gives you the principles, the understanding, and most importantly, the confidence to lead well while staying true to your values. -- Shane Leaning, Author, International Organisational Coach, Founder of work collective * Shane Leaning, Author, International Organisational Coach, Founder of work collective *