Deputy Headteacher

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**Deputy Headteacher (Behaviour & Assessment)
Full Time | Permanent | Leadership Scale L7–L11**

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is a large, highly regarded three form entry primary school in Warwick, with 654 pupils on roll. We are exceptionally proud of our dedicated and caring staff team, our hard working and well behaved children, our vibrant learning environment and our strong partnership with parents and carers. We are deeply committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of background or ability, achieves their very best. Equally, we are passionate about developing the talent of all staff, enabling them to flourish and succeed.

We are pleased to offer a rare and exciting opportunity to join our senior leadership team as Deputy Headteacher (Behaviour and Assessment), following the promotion of the current postholder. This is a non class based role, providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to make a significant strategic impact across the school.

From the moment you join [Employer hidden], you will be warmly welcomed by staff and pupils alike. Working under the direction of the Executive Headteacher, you will continue to grow as a leader, supported by high quality professional development opportunities. Our ethos is captured in our school motto:
“Learning For Everyone, Learning From Everyone.”

Coten End Primary is part of Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust, offering the benefits of close collaboration with colleagues across the trust, shared expertise, enhanced opportunities for pupils, and a rich professional learning offer for staff.

Our leadership structure includes two Deputy Headteachers, working closely with the Head of School and Executive Headteacher. This role would suit an experienced and ambitious leader seeking to further develop their leadership journey as part of a supportive and forward thinking senior leadership team.

“We all share the school’s passion and commitment to provide an enjoyable, excellent education for all the children and the best possible professional fulfilment for all staff. We fully support the school’s strong caring ethos combined with rigorous educational ambitions for its pupils.”
— Chair of Governors

Coten End Primary joined Stowe Valley MAT in April 2025. We strongly believe that collaborative working across the MAT enriches professional practice, strengthens leadership capacity and creates further opportunities for career development.

If you are an ambitious, values driven leader who is passionate about behaviour, assessment and whole school improvement, we would be delighted to hear from you.

All applications are via our online platform and can be found on the Vacancies section of the Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust website https://www.stowevalleymat.com/   

Visits to the school are very welcome and strongly encouraged. Visits will take place on the following dates and times:

Monday 20th April 2.30 p.m.
Tuesday 21st April 9.15 a.m.
Thursday 23rd April 3.45 p.m.
Friday 24th April 9.15 a.m.
Monday 27th April 3.45 p.m.

Please contact Debra Smith (Heads' PA) either via email [contact hidden] or phone [contact hidden] to book a visit

Please note that strong applications may be considered upon receipt.  

The school is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure  

Registered Office: Southam College, Welsh Road West, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 0JW
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