Deputy Headteacher

The Education Space; Ilford; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Newbury Park Primary School in Ilford, East London, is seeking an inspirational Deputy Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and drive strategic improvement.

You will lead on behaviour, safeguarding, attendance and pupil wellbeing, work with the Headteacher to raise standards, and develop staff leadership in a diverse, inclusive four-form entry school.

We value curiosity, courage and collaboration and welcome visits to the school.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of improving pupil outcomes and school performance.
• Experience leading behaviour, safeguarding, attendance and wellbeing initiatives.
• Ability to influence whole-school improvement and develop leadership capacity.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for behaviour, safeguarding, attendance and pupil wellbeing.
• Work with senior leadership to drive school improvement.
• Support staff development and lead culture of inclusion.
• Engage with pupils, families and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Safeguarding

Behaviour management

Attendance improvement

Pastoral care

Staff development

Stakeholder engagement

Education

NPQH

Job description

Deputy Headteacher - Strategic responsibility for Behaviour, Culture, Safeguarding, Attendance & Pupil Experience

Right to Work in the UK

Start date: January 2027 (or as agreed)

Please note: Newbury Park Primary School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this vacancy. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to take up employment at our school in Ilford, East London. Evidence of right to work will be required as part of our pre-employment checks.

Are you ready to help shape the next stage of an ambitious and inclusive primary school?

Newbury Park Primary School is seeking an inspirational and committed Deputy Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional leader to work alongside the Headteacher and established leadership team to continue our journey of improvement and ensure that every child receives an excellent education within a safe, nurturing and ambitious environment.

We are looking for a leader who is passionate about making a difference, who has the vision and experience to influence whole-school improvement, and who shares our belief that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed.

Our vision is “Learning for life, achieving together” and our values of Courage, Curiosity, Compassion, Creativity and Collaboration underpin everything we do.

About the role

As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a key role in the strategic leadership and development of the school.

Working closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher for Quality of Education and Standards, Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion and Achievement, and wider leadership team, you will contribute to ensuring the highest standards across all aspects of school life.

The successful candidate will initially take strategic responsibility for:

• Behaviour and attitudes
• Safeguarding and child protection
• Pastoral systems and pupil wellbeing
• Mental health and emotional wellbeing
• Pupil leadership and voice

You will provide leadership, challenge and support to colleagues, ensuring that our systems and approaches enable every pupil to feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will contribute to whole-school improvement, develop leadership capacity across the school and play an active role in shaping the future direction of Newbury Park Primary School.

Specific leadership responsibilities may evolve over time in response to the needs and priorities of the school.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced and successful primary school leader.
• Has a proven track record of improving outcomes and experiences for pupils.
• Has successful experience of leading improvement in areas such as behaviour, safeguarding, attendance, pastoral care or wellbeing.
• Understands how a positive school culture enables children to thrive.
• Can inspire, motivate and develop colleagues.
• Has high expectations and a commitment to excellence.
• Can build strong relationships with pupils, staff, families and external partners.
• Is reflective, resilient and able to think strategically.
• Shares our ambition for every child to achieve their full potential.

What we offer

• The opportunity to join a committed and ambitious Senior Leadership Team.
• A strong culture of collaboration, professional development and shared responsibility.
• The opportunity to make a significant contribution to whole-school improvement.
• A diverse, vibrant and inclusive school community.
• A leadership team committed to developing staff and growing leadership capacity.

Newbury Park Primary School is a four-form entry primary school serving a diverse and vibrant community. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring every child is supported to achieve their potential.

We warmly welcome visits to the school and would encourage prospective candidates to experience our school community before applying. To arrange a visit, please contact Jenny Millar, Acting School Business Manager, on 020 8554 6343 via the school office or at [e-mail]

Shortlisting: 4 December 2026

Interviews: 9 & 10 December 2026

Newbury Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate safer recruitment procedures.

A Message from the Headteacher:

At Newbury Park Primary School, we believe that every child deserves an exceptional education and that great schools are built by great people. We are proud of the caring, inclusive and ambitious community we have created and are committed to ensuring that every member of staff feels valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

This is an exciting time to join our school. We have a clear vision for the future, a dedicated and talented staff team, wonderful children who are eager to learn and a community that values education. As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the next stage of our journey and will have the opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of our pupils, families and staff.

I am looking for a leader who shares our moral purpose, leads with integrity and compassion, and is passionate about achieving the very best for every child. In return, you will join a collaborative and supportive leadership team that values innovation, professional growth and the wellbeing of its staff.

If you are excited by the opportunity to help lead an ambitious and inclusive school where relationships matter and everyone is encouraged to flourish, I would be delighted to welcome you to visit Newbury Park Primary School and see first-hand what makes our school such a special place to learn and work.

Mrs Sebrina Dawes

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality of opportunity.