Deputy Headteacher

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Stockton-on-Tees
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Director
SALARY
£57,137 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Classroom teaching Leadership experience Inclusive practice SEND support Parent and carer engagement Safeguarding knowledge Organisational skills School improvement

FULL DESCRIPTION

Deputy Headteacher - [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking an enthusiastic, committed and inspirational Deputy Headteacher to join our senior leadership team. This is a full-time, class-based teaching post with leadership responsibilities, offering the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the strategic development of our school alongside the Headteacher. As part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we are committed to the vision that every child matters and no child is ever left behind.

  • Salary: Leadership Pay Range L1-5 (£51,773-£57,137)
  • Contract: Permanent, Full time
  • Location: Stockton-on-Tees
  • Start Date: 1st September 2026
  • Closing Date: 17th May 2026

About the School

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a happy and caring school family, where our children and staff are valued and encouraged. We have a strong Christian vision and are an aspirational and popular school. We offer talented, dedicated, friendly staff and academy councillors, a supportive team and family of academies as part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], and professional development which will support and challenge you to the best you can be.

What We Are Looking For

  • An excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for high-quality teaching and learning
  • Has leadership experience and the ability to inspire and support others
  • Is committed to inclusive practice, including supporting pupils with SEND
  • Has experience of working effectively with parents, carers and external professionals
  • Demonstrates a strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
  • Is organised, resilient and able to manage leadership responsibilities alongside full-time teaching
  • Shares our vision and values and is committed to continuous school improvement

How to Apply

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or call [contact hidden]. Application can be made via the My New Term website. The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Supporting Documents

  • Deputy Head Teacher Specification.pdf (193.71 KB)
  • PS - Deputy Head Teacher Specification_MAShaun.Smith_stmarysceprimary.co.uk.pdf (193.71 KB)
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