Deputy Headteacher

Durham County Council; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Shotton Primary School in County Durham is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic leader to join the leadership team. The role focuses on shaping the school's future, balancing strategic vision with a caring approach to support every child.

The post requires high quality leadership across academic, pastoral and management fields, with a track record of delivering positive change and improvement within a school community. DBS enhanced disclosure is required.

Qualifications

• Experienced and enthusiastic curriculum leader with a clear strategic vision.
• Committed to high expectations for all pupils and staff.
• Skilled in contributing to whole-school improvement and strategic development.
• Caring, approachable and focused on wellbeing of pupils, staff and the wider school community.
• Able to inspire, motivate and lead by example through positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality leadership across academic, pastoral and management areas.
• Shape the school's direction, culture and future success through strategic planning.
• Drive whole-school improvement and manage change effectively.
• Foster a safe, supportive environment where every child can thrive and succeed.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Strategic vision

Whole-school improvement

Staff wellbeing

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.

If you’re ready for the next step in your career, this is a fantastic opportunity to become a key member of our leadership team, helping to shape our school’s direction, culture and future success. If you are ambitious and dedicated and share our belief that “Learning today” builds the foundations for “a successful tomorrow,” we would love to hear from you.

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 welcome visits to our school from prospective applicants. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

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]