Deputy Head teacher

We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Head teacher 3 days per week for a fixed-term contract of 12 months from September 2026 to August 31st 2027. This post is available either as a secondment or a fixed-term appointment. In the cases of a secondment, the candidate will need to agree this with their current employer prior to application.

The successful candidate will join our strong leadership team.

At Eaton Valley, we are passionate about delivering the very best for our children and families- they are truly amazing. Our staff are enthusiastic, committed and work collaboratively with each other, parents, governors and the wider school community to provide a well-planned and challenging education within a caring and inclusive environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher, Governors and wider leadership team to maintain and further develop the school's high standards in teaching, learning and attainment and caring ethos.

Our ideal candidate will:

- support the Headteacher in implementing and embedding the school's vision

have experience of working at leadership level within a school

- have a proven record of excellent classroom practice, skills and knowledge

- believe that attainment is not fixed and that every child can achieve

- be versatile and optimistic

- have confidence to lead on staff training and professional development

- communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues, parents and outside agencies.

- be able to lead on personal development and wellbeing

- contribute to maintaining our high standards of achievement, This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Leadership Pay Range L12- L16, £67,898-£75,049 p.a. (actual salary £40,739 - £45,029 p.a.), Salary: Leadership Pay Range L12- L16, £67,898-£75,049 p.a. (actual salary £40,739 - £45,029 p.a.)