Deputy Headteacher – Teaching and Learning

If you are motivated by helping children achieve their full potential in an inspiring primary setting without requiring prior leadership experience but ready to grow into this role, we would love to hear from you.Join West Hampstead Primary School’s leadership team as we continue our journey of excellence in education!

West Hampstead Primary School is seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our senior leadership team and play a pivotal role inraising outcomes for all pupils, with a particular focus on disadvantaged children. Senior Leadership experience required.

This is a key strategic position for a leader who combines a strong commitment toexcellence for every childwith a relentless focus onclosing attainment gaps. You will champion high-quality teaching, equitable curriculum access, and targeted support so that all pupils thrive, especially those facing disadvantage.

Serving a diverse community in the London Borough of Camden, we are proud of our inclusive ethos and ambitious culture. We are looking for a leader who will ensure that background is never a barrier to achievement.

Role Overview:

• Lead the school’s pupil premium strategy, ensuring measurable impact on outcomes

• Drivehigh-quality teaching and learning for all pupils, with a sharp focus on disadvantaged learners

• Use data intelligently toidentify gaps and accelerate progress

• Promote a culture ofhigh expectations, inclusion, and achievement for every child

• Your work will align with the priorities of theOfsted framework, particularly in Quality of Education, Behaviour & Attitudes, and Leadership & Management.

• Behaviour Lead

• Upper Key Stage 2 Phase Leader (Y4-6).

• Skills and Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) essential

• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to lead by example with enthusiasm for teaching and learning

• Organisational skills with attention to detail in monitoring pupil progress data

• Willingness to engage in professional development opportunities

• Values and Attitudes:

• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the school community

• A collaborative approach working effectively as part of a team

• Passionate about raising achievement through innovative teaching methods

• Resilient, adaptable, and open-minded attitude towards challenges

• Dedication to creating a safe, supportive environment where every child can thrive
  

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Source: UK Teaching Vacancies Service (teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.