Deputy Headteacher

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

An established primary school is seeking a visionary Deputy Headteacher to lead inclusive education and drive excellence. This role offers the chance to shape the strategic direction of the school, ensuring that every child, especially those with additional needs, receives the support they need to thrive. Join a vibrant community that values collaboration and professional growth, where your leadership will make a significant impact on the lives of young learners. If you're passionate about transforming education and fostering a culture of respect and fairness, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Community Engagement

Supportive Staff Team

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree are essential.
• Experience in leading inclusive educational practices is critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead inclusive education and shape SEND provision for all students.
• Drive positive behaviour and mentor staff to elevate teaching standards.

Skills

Leadership

Inclusive Education

Behaviour Management

Mentoring

Strategic Planning

Education

QTS

Degree

NPQ

DSL Training Level 3

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time
Number of positions: 1
Qualifications Required: QTS, Degree & NPQ or be working towards, DSL training level 3 or willingness to work towards
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Salary: L11 - L15 £64,129 - £70,639 per annum

Why Join Moston Lane?

• We’re a vibrant, inclusive primary school located 5 minutes from the M60 and 30 minutes from Manchester city centre. But our real strength lies in our community and shared purpose.
• Strong Foundations - Rated “Good” by Ofsted in 2022, with continued improvement in attainment and behaviour.
• Genuine Community - We proudly serve the diverse communities of Moston, with a strong family-friendly ethos.
• Supportive Staff Team - Collaborative, forward-thinking colleagues with a shared vision for success.
• Professional Growth - Access to tailored CPD, coaching, and leadership development opportunities.
• Strategic Focus - Our current priorities include improving outcomes in writing, strengthening inclusion, and deepening staff expertise in adaptive teaching.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic leadership of the school and make a significant impact on the development of children, especially those with additional needs and vulnerabilities.

To book a place on our tour, please contact Louise Rolfe, [e-mail]

About the Candidate

Are you a visionary leader ready to transform young lives through inclusive education?

At Moston Lane Primary, we’re not just recruiting a Deputy Headteacher. We’re seeking an exceptional leader—someone who will inspire our diverse school community, champion our most vulnerable learners, and drive excellence at every level.

Following the well-earned retirement of our current Deputy Headteacher, we’re excited to welcome a new leader to help shape the next chapter of our thriving school.

As Deputy Headteacher you will:

• Lead Inclusive Education - Shape our SEND provision to ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive.
• Drive Positive Behaviour - Lead our whole-school behaviour approach, creating a culture of fairness, safety, and respect.
• Elevate Teaching Standards - Mentor staff and embed evidence-based strategies that raise achievement across all phases.
• Champion Vulnerable Learners - Narrow gaps and create opportunity for our Pupil Premium, SEND, and EAL students.
• Partner with the Headteacher - Co-lead strategic direction and deputise for the Headteacher when required.

About Us

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We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.