Deputy Headteacher - Saundersfoot Community Primary School

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Deputy Headteacher

Saundersfoot Primary School

ISR L3 – L7

Start date: September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter

The governing body of Saundersfoot Primary School is looking to appoint an outstanding leader as deputy headteacher. The governing body would welcome applications from existing senior leaders and assistant headteachers. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute effectively to the leadership, strategic direction and pupil progress across the whole school community.

The school

Saundersfoot Primary (NOR 160) is situated in the picturesque coastal town of Saundersfoot and has a passion for helping children to develop life skills in order to be model citizens of our world.

The successful candidate

You will be an inspirational leader with an impressive record of school improvement. You will have vision, adaptability, drive and passion to facilitate success for our pupils, staff and community. You will have the credibility to motivate, inspire and challenge others.

a clear vision for educational excellence and a passion for improving pupils’ outcomes,

an innovative, strategic vision for school effectiveness, inclusion and wellbeing; and the influence of these on pupil outcomes

an excellent communicator who can engage effectively with children, parents, staff and governors.

the ability to build on existing relationships and develop new ones within the school, local authority and wider community,

the ability to identify strengths and weaknesses, using them to further develop the potential of pupils and staff.

the ability to inspire, motivate and enthuse both pupils and staff,

high expectations to ensure that pupils are motivated, inspired and challenged to achieve their full potential.

We are seeking an inspirational and dynamic leader who will serve as a role model for learning within our school and community. With a strong commitment to educational excellence, you will have the confidence to lead, innovate, and establish new systems that enhance teaching and learning across the school.

As a Deputy Headteacher, you will bring:

A clear and ambitious vision for improving pupil outcomes, fostering high standards, and ensuring excellence in education.

Strategic leadership that prioritizes school effectiveness, inclusion, and wellbeing, recognizing their critical impact on pupil achievement.

Outstanding communication skills, enabling effective engagement with children, parents, staff, and governors.

A collaborative approach, strengthening existing relationships while forging new partnerships within the school, local authority, and wider community.

A keen ability to identify strengths and areas for development, using them to unlock potential in both pupils and staff.

Inspiration, motivation, and enthusiasm, ensuring a positive learning environment where all pupils feel challenged and supported.

High expectations, empowering pupils to strive for excellence and achieve their full potential.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader who is adaptable, driven, and passionate about facilitating success for pupils, staff, and the wider community. If you are ready to motivate, inspire, and challenge others, we welcome your application.

You are invited to write a letter of application (no more than 1000 words) outlining your reasons for applying and the relevant skills you can offer Saundersfoot School. Please send the completed form to: Damon McGarvie, School Improvement Advisor (please see PCC website)

We would be pleased to receive contact from interested parties and would welcome visits to our schools. These can be arranged by contacting the school admin officer- Miss R Harts (please see PCC website)

Closing date: 5th February 2026

Shortlisting: 9th February 2026

Lesson Observations 23/24 February 2026

Interviews: 25th February 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council’s Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties.

This policy applies to all Council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and also service providers that are commissioned by the Council. Safeguarding is everyone\’s business whether they work for, or on behalf of the Council.

Mae diogelu ac amddiffyn plant ac oedolion mewn perygl yn flaenoriaeth uchel i Gyngor Sir Penfro. Ein nod yw cefnogi plant sy\’n agored i niwed ac oedolion mewn perygl er mwyn sicrhau eu bod mor ddiogel â phosibl. Rydym yn ymrwymedig i sicrhau eu diogelwch a byddwn yn gweithredu i ddiogelu eu lles.Mae Polisi Corfforaethol Diogelu\’r Cyngor yn darparu fframwaith i bob aelod o staff a gwasanaeth yn y Cyngor, gan amlinellu cyfrifoldebau mewn perthynas â diogelu ac amddiffyn plant ac oedolion mewn perygl yn ogystal â\’r dulliau lle caiff y Cyngor ei sicrhau ei fod yn cyflawni ei ddyletswyddau.

Mae\’r polisi hwn yn gymwys i holl weithwyr y Cyngor a\’r gweithlu, yn ogystal â chynghorwyr, gwirfoddolwyr a darparwyr gwasanaethau a gomisiynir gan y Cyngor.Busnes pawb yw diogelu, p\’un a ydynt yn gweithio i\’r Cyngor neu\’n gweithio ar ran y Cyngor.