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Deputy Headteacher

Ilkley, England
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Date Listed30 September 2026
ContractFULL_TIME
Listing TypeDfE_TV

About This Role

We are looking for someone who:

- is passionate about providing opportunity, joy and enrichment for every child and believes that schools have the power to broaden horizons, raise aspirations and change lives.

- places relationships, positivity and high expectations at the heart of everything they do, creating an environment where children, families and colleagues feel they belong, are valued and can thrive.

- will take joint responsibility for championing and further developing the school's culture of inclusion, belonging and opportunity, ensuring every child feels known, valued and successful.

- has successful experience as a senior leader in a primary school and can demonstrate how they have contributed to sustained school improvement and high outcomes for pupils.

- has expertise in leading a core curriculum subject, with a strong understanding of curriculum design, implementation and improvement.

- has significant knowledge and experience of inclusion, with a proven track record of improving outcomes for vulnerable pupils and those with SEND.

- can demonstrate strong understanding of inclusive strategy and provision, ensuring every child receives the support they need to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.

- has experience as a DSL or Deputy DSL, with excellent safeguarding knowledge and an unwavering commitment to keeping children safe.

- has the confidence, resilience and organisational skills to support the day-to-day leadership and management of the school.

- has a strong understanding of the wider curriculum and can support leaders in developing a rich, ambitious and inclusive curriculum.

- has experience of quality assurance, using monitoring, evaluation and evidence to drive continuous improvement.

- is skilled in coaching, mentoring and developing staff, and can lead high-quality professional development that builds confidence, expertise and leadership capacity whilst fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

- is an exceptional role model who leads with kindness, integrity, compassion and professionalism.

- builds positive relationships with children, families, staff, governors and the wider community.

- shares our belief that every child can succeed and is committed to securing the very best outcomes for all learners.

- has the energy, ambition and drive to help lead the next stage of our school's journey while maintaining a strong focus on staff wellbeing.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 16th 5pm

If successful, you will be notified by 12.00pm on Monday 19th October. The first stage of the selection process will be a lesson observation in your current setting, which will take place on Tuesday 20th or Wednesday 21st.

The second part of the selection process will take place on Thursday 22nd October at the school.

TOUR DATES

If you would like to visit the school to look round prior to interview, please call the school office on 01943 862642 and let us know which of the following dates you would like to visit:

Tuesday 6th October - 2.15pm

Tuesday 13th October- 9am

Wednesday 14th October- 2.15pm

Compensation

£63,688.00 - £70,275.00 Annually (Actual) SCP 8-12
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Application Details
Application Deadline
16 October 2026
Effective Date of Employment
September 2026 (Anticipated)
Reference ID
25D18312