Deputy Headteacher

Malpas C.I.W. Primary School; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused primary school in Newport is looking for a committed Deputy Headteacher to join their leadership team. The role involves leading educational strategies, promoting pupil wellbeing, and supporting a strong community ethos. Ideal candidates should demonstrate motivation, resilience, and a commitment to high standards in a dedicated learning environment. The school values inclusivity and nurturing the whole child, offering strong governance support for professional growth.

Benefits

Supportive governance structure

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Must be an excellent practitioner and motivator.
• Prepared to promote the Christian ethos of the school.
• Experienced in narrowing the deprivation gap and inspiring others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's education strategy.
• Support the Headteacher and contribute to leadership.
• Engage with the community and promote pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Motivation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Management experience

Job description

Deputy Headteacher

Malpas Church in Wales Primary School, Newport

Closing Date : Thursday 22nd January 2026 at 12pm

Malpas Church in Wales Primary School is seeking an inspiring, committed and forward-thinking Deputy Headteacher to join our leadership team. We are a happy, inclusive primary school educating children aged 3–11.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a school with a strong sense of identity, deep community roots and a shared commitment to nurturing the whole child.

About Us

At Malpas Church, relationships matter. Our dedicated and passionate staff team place pupil wellbeing, family engagement and high expectations at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, our faith-based values and our determination to ensure every child, whatever their background, can thrive and succeed.

About the Role

• Be an excellent practitioner, role model and a positive, motivating leader
• Bring energy, resilience and initiative to the role
• Be passionate about making a difference and narrowing the deprivation gap
• Inspire, challenge and empower both children and colleagues
• Work creatively to secure high standards of teaching and learning
• Collaborate closely with the Headteacher to strengthen leadership and management
• Embrace change with a flexible, solution-focused mindset

Demonstrate strong organisational and leadership skills

Be a committed team player who enjoys contributing to the wider life of the school

Be committed to promoting the distinctive Christian character and ethos of the school.

This role would suit an ambitious leader who is reflective, values collaboration and is excited by the opportunity to grow within a supportive and experienced governance structure.

Our Commitment to You

Governors are fully committed to supporting the successful candidate and ensuring they are well supported in all aspects of school life, enabling continued success and future development of the school.

Recruitment Process

• A lesson observation
• Two formal interview days (successful candidates from day 1 invited to day 2)

Key Dates

Closing Date for Applications : Thursday 22nd January 2026 at 12pm

Shortlisting : Monday 26th January 2026

Lesson Observations : 28th January - 6th February

Interviews : Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th February 2026

Shortlisted candidates will also be invited to visit the school prior to interview.

The successful candidate is expected to commence employment from 1st September 2026 (subject to safeguarding and recruitment checks), or as soon as possible thereafter.

Safeguarding & Compliance

We are obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate / passport / work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Safeguarding Statement

Malpas C.I.W. Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.