Deputy Headteacher - Successful Primary School

Salary: Leadership Scale L4-L12 (£56,316 - £70,293)
Location: Somerset
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2027

Reed Education is delighted to be supporting a successful primary school in the search for an exceptional Deputy Headteacher. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious senior leader to work alongside the Headteacher in driving high standards, supporting staff development and ensuring outstanding outcomes for all pupils.

The Role

As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a key role in the strategic leadership of the school. Working closely with the Headteacher, you will help shape the school's vision, lead school improvement initiatives and promote a culture of ambition, inclusion and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the strategic leadership and management of the school.
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.
• Lead and develop staff through coaching and professional development.
• Contribute to school improvement planning and self-evaluation.
• Promote high expectations for achievement, behaviour and attendance.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and stakeholders.
• Champion safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Significant leadership experience within a primary school.
• A proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes.
• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment and effective teaching.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and develop staff.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and ensuring every child succeeds.

What's on Offer?

• A rewarding leadership role within a successful primary school.
• High-quality professional development and leadership training.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils, staff and the wider community.

Relocation Support

Recognising that exceptional leadership talent may come from outside the region, a tailored relocation package may be available for the successful candidate. This could include financial support towards moving expenses, temporary accommodation and other costs associated with relocating.

Safeguarding

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

Apply today or contact Reed Education for a confidential discussion.