Deputy Head Teacher
Tenable from 1st January 2027
Full-time/permanent
Pay range: Salary range will be within the Outer London Group 3 Leadership range of 8-14, based on experience.
We are a diverse and highly successful Church of England school with a positive ethos, strong family values and a commitment to inclusive practice in which children make very good progress. We are proud to have achieved Strong Standard:High quality and consistently strong practice across the board in our Ofsted Inspection in May 2026.
We value our staff, with professional development at the centre of our work and this is a marvellous opportunity for an inspiring leader to join an outstanding school as Deputy to our newly appointed Headteacher.
Our new Deputy Headteacher will facilitate the school to grow and evolve in a way that truly reflects our amazing community, having a range of skills to complement our ambitious and highly effective Senior Leadership Team, teachers and support staff. They will be passionate about nurturing and developing our school ethos and support the distinctiveness of our Christian church school.
We are looking for a DHT who is an outstanding teacher role-modelling highly effective classroom practice; someone with leadership experience, ready for their next challenge. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and highly effective person who oversees the day-to-day management across the school, provides strategic foresight, leads teaching & learning with a focus on high standards.
Our recruitment process is about finding the right personality with the right experience, someone who will be as excited as we are about continuingly developing our school.
We are looking for a DHT who:
- has the skills to work in synergy with our new Headteacher and manage our school effectively in her absence; working collaboratively with our senior leadership team and governing body.
- will lead a robust safeguarding culture, ensuring safer recruitment practices and that all staff, governors, volunteers, contractors and visitors understand and fulfil their safeguarding responsibilities.
- is able to model growth and inspire excellence throughout the school community
- is an outstanding teacher with experience of teaching both KS1 & KS2, with a sound understanding of EYS and strong subject lead experience.
- has strong analytical skills and uses data intelligently.
- is a true professional; hardworking, organised, efficient and creative, with the ability to work strategically as well as the day-to-day management of the school.
- will be a skilled, flexible and determined leader who wants to make a positive impact on the curriculum and rise to a challenge; promoting inclusion and wellbeing while supporting, motivating and challenging children and staff.
- has high expectations and is committed to their own continued professional learning with the fervour and intelligence to thrive and lead in our busy school community, bringing creativity and inspiration.
- excels in utilising effective communication skills across our community and beyond.
Closing date: 8am Monday 28th September
Shortlisting: Tuesday 29th September
Assessment and Interview: Wednesday 7th October or Thursday 8th October
Shortlisted candidates
St.John’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
References will be sought prior to interview.
Candidates will be asked to provide formal identification, their certificates of relevant qualifications and to complete a self-declaration of any criminal records or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.
We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; therefore the successful candidate will be required to take an enhanced criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.St.John’s is also fully committed to positively tackling discrimination in all its forms, and works to ensure that all sections of the community have fair and equal access to and experience within employment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, in particular those that are currently under-represented in our workforce or reflect the make-up of our school and local communities. We are respectful of all individual’s race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, disabilities and cultural background.
In line with theGeneral Data Protection Regulation(GDPR)and the expected provisions of theData Protection Act 2018(DPA 2018)the school is responsiblefor holding and protectingpersonal data. The school is required to share some data with the Local Authority and the DFE. For further information on who we share data with please see our website for our Privacy Notices.
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Deputy Headteacher in London employer: St John's CofE Primary School
As an EYFS Teacher at our school, you will join a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the growth and development of both staff and students. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to fostering a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Located in a vibrant community, our school values strong relationships with parents and encourages innovative teaching practices that inspire young learners.
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St John's CofE Primary School Recruitment Team
