Vacancy for Deputy Headteacher for September 2025

Following the retirement of our long-standing Deputy Headteacher, the Board of Governors of this innovative, forward thinking and successful school are seeking to appoint a passionate and highly motivated non-teaching Deputy Headteacher to lead a staff team that is committed to the best educational standards and the needs of our children, supported by a proactive Board of Governors.

If you would like the opportunity to join our team, please read the information below. If you have any questions or would like to know more about this exciting position please feel free to contact school.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 9 March 2025

Tours of school: 25 February, 27 February and 4 March 2025

Shortlisting: 10 and 11 March 2025

Interview dates: 18 and 19 March 2025

Instructions for candidates

• Please read the application pack carefully. This pack contains the Deputy Headteacher competencies and criteria we are looking for, alongside the expected duties.
• Complete the application form and supporting documents; CVs will not be accepted. Applicants are required to include a brief covering letter outlining their reasons for wanting to be appointed as the Deputy Haedteacher at Springfield Primary School and why now? Without these documents, we may be unable to process your application.
• Please make sure you address the criteria outlined in this pack when writing your personal supporting statement.
• We highly recommend that you visit our school before applying. Please see below for how to book.
• Should you have any queries about the application process please contact Miss Tyrer
• Completed applications should be sent by email to recruitment@springfieldprimary.net by the closing date which is midnight on 9 March 2025.

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SHORTLISTING

Once we have received your application you will be notified via email.

Successful candidates who have been shortlisted for interview will be contacted shortly after the closing date.

Candidates must ensure that if they are successful at interview, that they are able to provide evidence of their Right to Work and Remain in the UK. The school is not able to employ any person who cannot validate their Right to Work and Remain in the UK in line with the Asylum, Immigration and Nationality Act 2000.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES

Successful candidates will be required to apply for an enhanced Criminal Record Check via the DBS.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect all members of staff to share this commitment. All qualifications and references will be verified