Deputy Headteacher & Class Teacher: Lead Learning & Inclusion

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

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.