Deputy Headteacher

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council partnered school invites applications for a Deputy Headteacher from 1 January 2027, following the retirement of the current Assistant Headteacher. Closing date 11 October 2026. The role requires strong middle leadership and outstanding teaching across key stages.

The successful candidate will provide professional leadership under the Headteacher, drive improvements, raise standards and ensure excellent education for all pupils. An enhanced DBS clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experienced middle leader and outstanding teacher ready for the next step.
• Experience across Key stages.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership securing school success and continual improvement.
• Improve standards of learning and progress through high-quality education.

Skills

Inclusive teaching

Middle leadership

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Closing date: 11 October 2026

A rare opportunity has arisen to join our Primary & Nursery School rated “Good” by Ofsted in March 2024.

Due to the retirement of our current Assistant Headteacher in December 2026, the governing body is looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher in what will be a new role for the school from 1st January 2027. This role would suit an experienced middle leader and outstanding teacher who is ready for the next step in their career.

The successful candidate will, under the direction of the Headteacher, take a major role in:

Providing professional leadership for the school which secures its success and fosters a culture of continual improvement

Improving standards of learning and ensuring good levels of progress through the delivery of high quality education for all pupils

They will be:

• An exemplary inclusive classroom practitioner, capable of demonstrating a range of learning styles and with experience across Key stage(s)
• Passionate about overall improvement, with a willingness to share their expertise and learning.
• Able to work honestly, collaboratively and flexibly with colleagues, adding a fresh dimension to a talented team.

Please read the attached information carefully to ensure you have the necessary skills for this unique position.

The Deputy Headteacher we appoint can expect to:

• be an equal member of a forward-thinking and dedicated staff team
• be supported by - and / or contribute to - personalised coaching, action research, and the possible mentoring of undergraduate or postgraduate trainee teachers.
• teach outgoing and friendly children
• receive dedicated PPA/management time and CPDL entitlement
• The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

You will require an enhanced DBS clearance.

Potential Interview Date: week commencing 12 October 2026