Deputy Headteacher

About the job

Key information

• Permanent
• Full Time
• Leadership L3 – L8 £54,394 – £61,534
• Start Date: 1st September 2026

What will I be doing?

We are seeking to appoint a strategic, innovative, and driven Deputy Headteacher who will play a pivotal role in shaping the next stage of our school’s journey. You will be a strategic leader who is passionate about continuous improvement and able to bring clarity, purpose, and momentum to whole school priorities.

Working closely with the Headteacher, you will lead on key areas of school improvement: modelling excellence and ensuring that initiatives are not only implemented but embedded, evaluated, and impactful. You will empower staff to refine and elevate their practice, ensuring consistency, ambition, and high expectations across all phases of the school.

As a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), you will play a central role in maintaining our embedded safeguarding culture. You will ensure that all procedures are robust, statutory responsibilities are met, and staff are confident, well-trained, and vigilant in fulfilling their duties to keep children safe. You will work closely with families and external agencies to ensure that every child is protected, supported, and able to thrive

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are seeking an outstanding classroom practitioner who leads with credibility, inspires others, and ensures that pupils experience exceptional teaching every day. Your practice will reflect the highest standards of pedagogy, innovation, and inclusive learning, setting the benchmark for excellence across the school. This post includes a two and a half day teaching commitment.

This role requires a leader who can drive impactful change, build strong and trusting relationships, inspire staff at all levels, and ensure that outcomes for children continue to rise. Your strategic leadership, moral purpose, and commitment to excellence will help secure the very best educational experience for our pupils.

Supporting documents and information

If you are a highly motivated leader who is eager to make a significant, lasting difference within a high performing and ambitious school, we warmly welcome your application.

All applications should be made by completing the E-Teach application form and include evidence of how you meet the person specification for the role. CVs are not accepted, please complete the application form in full.

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 25 February 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 3 & Wednesday 4 March 2026