Deputy Headteacher

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER
HIGHLANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL

Salary Range: L12 – L16 (£67,897 - £75,048)
Hours of work: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
Start date: September 2026

This is an exciting time to join our school, as we form a new Senior Leadership Team, welcoming our new Headteacher in September 2026.

Are you a committed, ambitious leader/TLR holder with a strong track record of driving sustained school improvement?

If you are innovative, creative, forward thinking, and passionate about working with staff and the wider community to ensure children get the education they deserve, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A belief that all children are capable of great things and that learning should be fun
• A relentless focus on improving the quality of teaching and improving outcomes for children
• A track record of and commitment to personalisation and working with pupils with a range of complex and additional needs
• An unwavering commitment to inclusion and securing provision which meets the needs of the most vulnerable pupils
• High expectations of everyone within the school community
• Been involved in developing robust and accurate systems of self-evaluation which have led to improved outcomes
• Implemented rigorous procedures for the management of performance
• Offered support and challenge to staff which have led to improved teaching and outcomes for pupils
• Been involved in developing a curriculum which inspires children to learn and engages them in all aspects of school life
• Developed positive relationships with parents, carers and the wider community
• A firm commitment to school improvement through a collaborative approach, including working with other schools in Humber Education Trust.
  
  

AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassador and peer networks.
• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.
• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.
• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please complete our 'fast apply' application form to apply for this vacancy.

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.

Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Friday 24 April 2026

Interview date: w/c 4 May 2026

CONDITIONAL OFFER:

Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search and required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record.

Professional standards detail the responsibilities and expectations of our job roles. The enclosed generic role specification is offered in good faith as a guide to professional practice. We strive for excellence and encourage our staff to aim high, making positive impacts through their clear focus and professionalism. All role specifications are subject to change to adapt with circumstances. Additional duties may be asked of our staff if necessary.

If you believe you are the right person for our role then we would love to hear from you.

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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.