Deputy Headteacher (Catsfield CoE Primary School)

East Sussex County Council; Henleys Down; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership time: 1 day out of class

Professional development

Supportive Governing Body

Collaboration with local schools

Well-being focus for all

Job summary

Catsfield CEP is a small but aspirational village school in East Sussex. The Governing Body is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to work closely with the Headteacher in leading and developing the school for children’s academic, social and emotional flourishing.

The successful candidate will have extensive primary leadership experience, a proven track record of improving teaching and learning, a commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and partnership with parents. Interview date: 21 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Outstanding practitioner across the primary age range
• Leadership experience with whole-school impact
• Understanding of high-quality teaching and learning
• Commitment to inclusion and pupil well-being
• Ability to promote Christian ethos within a Church of England school
• Belief in partnership between pupils, staff and parents

Responsibilities

• Support Headteacher in leading and developing the school
• Lead teaching and learning to drive school improvement
• Work with governors and staff to achieve strategic goals
• Promote safeguarding, well-being and inclusive practices
• Balance teaching with leadership time (0.8 teaching, 1 day leadership)
• Foster positive relationships with the school community

Skills

Leadership experience

Whole-school impact

Inclusion commitment

Teaching excellence

Christian ethos

Well-being focus

Parental partnership

Job description

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher to work closely with the Headteacher in leading and developing our popular village school.

Catsfield CEP is small but aspirational with a clear vision for every child to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. Our inclusive school is well supported by all in our community and is a place for challenging, creative and inspiring learning.

We are looking for someone who:

• Can bring a wealth of experience as an outstanding practitioner across the primary age range

• Combines aspiration with a commitment to inclusion

• Has leadership experience showing impact at whole school level

• Can demonstrate an excellent understanding of high-quality teaching and learning

• Shares our belief that education is a partnership between pupils, teachers and parent/carers

• Can promote our Christian ethos within our Church of England school

• Will inspire, encourage, support and challenge staff as well as pupils to reach their full potential

• Recognises the importance of well-being for every pupil, family and staff member

We can offer you:

• A warm, welcome and valued place on our leadership team with one day out of class each week for leadership time (in addition to a half day PPA)

• A highly committed and dedicated staff team with supportive Governing Body

• Positive, well-behaved pupils who are enthusiastic and eager to learn

• Opportunities for continued professional development

• A school set in idyllic surroundings that works in partnership with other schools in the local area

• A school that supports the well-being of all members of the school community

Role details: Teaching commitment 0.8 and one day leadership time (please let us know in your application your preferred Key Stage choice)

Interview date: 21 October 2026

Catsfield CoE Primary School
Church Rd, Catsfield, Battle TN33 9BG
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: Catsfield CEP School - Home

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: 09:00am, Monday 12 October 2026

Additional Information

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.