About the Role

As Deputy Principal, you will work closely with the Principal and the Senior Leadership Team to lead on school improvement initiatives, manage staff development, and oversee the implementation of a broad and balanced curriculum. This role also includes deputising for the Principal when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement the school’s aims, objectives, and policies.
• Lead on curriculum development and assessment across all phases, including EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Monitor academic attainment and progress, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.
• Mentor and coach staff to foster professional growth and maintain a culture of excellence.
• Promote positive behaviour and uphold the school’s values of compassion, curiosity, and courage.
• Engage with parents and the wider community to build strong partnerships.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of pupils and staff through effective safeguarding practices.
• Manage resources efficiently and contribute to the school’s strategic development plan.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a related subject (essential).
• Proven leadership and management experience in a school setting.
• Demonstrable experience in curriculum leadership, staff development, and school improvement.
• Strong understanding of primary education, including EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Ability to inspire and motivate staff, pupils, and the wider school community.

Benefits

• Competitive salary in line with the Leadership Pay Scale.
• Access to high-quality, personalised CPD and leadership development programmes.
• Opportunities for secondments, shadowing, and working across multiple schools within the Trust.
• Subsidised nursery provision through Ashbourne Nurseries.
• Additional financial incentives, including exam marker payments and allowances for school trips.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment within the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

How to Apply

For further details, please contact the HR department on [contact hidden] or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Application forms are available via the documents section.

Contact Details

HR, Andrews Lane Primary School, Andrews Lane, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire EN7 6LB. Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Website: https://www.oakviewprimary.com/

Equal Opportunities & Safer Recruitment

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.

Documents

• Deputy Principal- September 2026.pdf (Adobe PDF, 1.4 Mb)
• December 2025 GMAT Application Form Teaching Staff.docx (0.1 Mb)