Deputy Headteacher and Class Teacher

Meridian Primary School; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Primary School in Cambridge is seeking a Deputy Headteacher and Class Teacher to join our team from April 2027. The position is full time and permanent, with responsibilities split between class teaching and leadership release time, working alongside the Headteacher to support school leadership and development.

We are on a rapid improvement journey and value resilience, inclusion, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Excellent primary practitioner with a passion for teaching and learning.
• High expectations for every child with a commitment to inclusion.
• Ability to inspire children, colleagues and the wider school community.
• Committed team player who leads by example and supports staff wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Combine Deputy Headteacher duties with class teaching responsibilities.
• Provide non-teaching leadership release time and collaborate with the Headteacher on school development.
• Lead improvement initiatives and nurture a positive, inclusive school culture.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and support staff wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Class teaching

Inclusion

Safeguarding

Team leadership

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership qualification (NPQ)

Job description

Start: April 2027
Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: Leadership Scale L2-L8

Meridian Primary School is seeking a highly motivated and committed Deputy Headteacher and Class Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will combine class teaching responsibility with non-teaching leadership release time, working closely with the Headteacher to support the leadership and development of the school.

Meridian has been, and continues to be, on a rapid improvement journey. We are looking for a positive, resilient and ambitious leader who is excited to help us build on the progress already made and shape the next stage of our development.

Our school community is guided by five core values: Respect, Community, Curiosity, Resilience and Kindness. We work together to help children become successful, lifelong learners. Through high expectations, mutual respect and encouragement, we foster curiosity and resilience and create a positive, nurturing and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe and able to thrive.

We are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment in which staff wellbeing is valued alongside professional learning and school improvement.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent primary practitioner, passionate about teaching and learning
• Has high expectations for every child and a strong commitment to inclusion
• Can inspire children, colleagues and the wider school community
• Is a committed team player who can lead by example
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and can motivate, support and challenge colleagues
• Is reflective, resilient and enthusiastic about leading improvement
• Values staff wellbeing and contributes to a positive, supportive team culture
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Is ambitious and keen to continue their professional development

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to play a key role in a school on a rapid and continuing improvement journey
• A welcoming school community with a positive, nurturing and inclusive environment
• Children who are encouraged to be curious, resilient, kind and respectful
• Colleagues who are committed to supporting children to become confident and motivated learners
• A supportive team that values collaboration, professional development and staff wellbeing
• Governors and parents who work in partnership with the school
• Opportunities to contribute to the future development of the school and to grow professionally

Visits to Meridian Primary School are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit and meet the Headteacher, please contact [e-mail] or 01223 262423.

Further information about the school is available at www.meridianprimary.co.uk.

Meridian Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding checks.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced individuals. We welcome diversity in our school community.