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Deputy Headteacher

Leatherhead, England
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Date Listed15 October 2026
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Deputy HeadteacherThe Raleigh School, West Horsley, Surrey

Are you an ambitious and inspirational leader ready to make a lasting difference to children's lives?

The Raleigh School is a successful, welcoming and ambitious primary school at the heart of its community. We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher who shares our commitment to providing the very best educational experience for every child and who can work alongside the Headteacher to further develop our culture of high expectations, inclusion and achievement.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and innovative leader to play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the school while maintaining a strong presence in the classroom and supporting the continued development of high-quality teaching and learning.

We are looking for someone who:
  • Has a proven track record of outstanding teaching and leadership within a primary setting
  • Is passionate about raising standards and accelerating pupil progress
  • Has the vision, drive and determination to support whole-school improvement
  • Can inspire, motivate and develop colleagues to achieve their best
  • Is committed to inclusive practice and ensuring every child thrives
  • Demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Places children’s wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development at the centre of everything they do
We can offer:
  • Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
  • A dedicated and talented staff team committed to excellence
  • Strong support from governors, parents and the wider school community
  • Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment within a successful primary school
  • The opportunity to contribute significantly to the future direction and continued success of the school

If you are an outstanding leader with the passion, energy and expertise to help lead our school into its next chapter, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Join us and play a pivotal role in ensuring every child at The Raleigh School receives an exceptional primary education and the opportunity to flourish both academically and personally.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy and interview suitable candidates prior to the advertised closing date. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged, as the vacancy may close sooner should a sufficient number of high-quality applications be received.

Compensation

£65,278.00 - £72,032.00 Annually (FTE)
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Application Details
Application Deadline
31 October 2026
Effective Date of Employment
September 2026 (Anticipated)
Reference ID
198F287B