Deputy Headteacher

Durham County Council; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Shotton Primary School is inviting applications for a Permanent, Full Time leadership role to join the school's leadership team and shape the future of the school from April 2027 or earlier. The successful candidate will bring strategic vision, strong safeguarding, and a commitment to pupil wellbeing.

The role requires high quality leadership across academic, pastoral and management areas, working with Governors, staff and families to drive continuous improvement and ensure every child thrives.

Qualifications

• Is an experienced and enthusiastic curriculum leader with a clear strategic vision.
• Committed to achieving high expectations for all pupils and staff.
• Has the skills and confidence to contribute to whole-school improvement and strategic development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality leadership in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change.
• Work with Governors to drive school improvement and long-term strategic planning.
• Foster a caring, inclusive environment and build positive relationships with pupils, staff and the wider school community.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Strategic vision

Staff development

Whole-school improvement

Wellbeing focus

Relationship building

Job description

Permanent Contract - Full Time - N.O.R. 243

Required for April 2027 or earlier, the Governors of Shotton Primary are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and dynamic leader to join our leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of our school.

Shotton Primary is a happy, safe school for all children and staff, where everyone is respected and valued. We are looking for an inspiring leader who can combine strategic vision with a caring and nurturing approach, ensuring that every child is supported to achieve their very best.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced and enthusiastic curriculum leader with a clear strategic vision.
• Is committed to achieving high expectations for all pupils and staff.
• Has the skills and confidence to contribute to whole-school improvement and strategic development.
• Is caring, approachable and committed to the wellbeing of our pupils, staff and wider school community.
• Can inspire and motivate others, leading by example and building positive relationships.
• Is passionate about creating an environment where every child can thrive, learn and succeed.

Applicants will need to provide high quality leadership in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Noon, Friday 6th November 2026

Interview date: Friday 27 November 2026

Shotton Primary School

Grange Terrance

Shotton Colliery

County Durham

DH6 2JP

Tel. No. 0191 5262006

Email: c.o’[e-mail]

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