Deputy Headteacher (E7409) - Guiseley Primary School

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Guiseley Primary School seeks an inspirational Deputy Headteacher to support school operations and lead on personal development and safeguarding. This role offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment focused on children's progress and community engagement. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Supportive staff team

Commitment to well-being of pupils and families

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills and experience in a school setting.
• Strong commitment to partnership and teamwork.
• Desire to initiate and implement strategies for children's progress.

Responsibilities

• Support the headteacher in strategic and day-to-day operations.
• Lead on personal development, behaviour, and safeguarding.
• Mentor and support teachers' development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Commitment to improvement

Ambition

Job description

Deputy Headteacher (E7409) - Guiseley Primary School

The children, staff and governors of Guiseley Primary School are looking for an inspirational, forward-thinking practitioner with proven leadership skills to fill the post of Deputy Head Teacher from September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Guiseley Primary School is a large, consistently good school with an intake of 45 pupils. Currently, we have 416 children on roll, including 60 nursery children. Our children and families are at the heart of all our work, and we pride ourselves on being fully inclusive. We are part of the Aireborough Learning Partnership Trust, an established co-operative trust of maintained schools. We work collaboratively on school improvement to benefit our local community.

The successful candidate will support the headteacher in both strategic and day-to-day school operations and will lead on personal development, behaviour, and safeguarding. They will be an outstanding teacher capable of mentoring and supporting teachers' development and building strong relationships with families. Initially, the Deputy Head will be non-class based but will have opportunities to teach across the school to get to know the children and the environment.

We need from you

• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to lead by example in all aspects of school life
• A strong commitment to achieving success through partnership and teamwork
• Drive, ambition, and high expectations of yourself and others
• Strong and creative leadership and management skills
• A commitment to learning and continuous improvement
• The desire and passion to initiate, lead, and implement strategies that positively impact children's progress and outcomes
• An outstanding and dynamic leader, motivated by change, with a desire to further develop our school

We can offer you

• Children and staff proud to belong to a happy, friendly, and welcoming school
• A school committed to its local community
• High levels of parental and Governor support
• A dedicated staff team focused on developing and nurturing the whole child
• Kind, caring, and motivated children with positive attitudes to learning
• A focus on the well-being of pupils, staff, and families
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

The successful candidate will report to the Headteacher, who will provide guidance and support. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their leadership experience.

We welcome you to visit our school; please contact the school office at 01943 873359 to arrange an appointment.

Closing date: Wednesday 4th June at 9:00 am

Interview and assessment week: commencing Monday 9th June

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will need to disclose relevant criminal history information, and an online search will be conducted. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, provide satisfactory references, and pass a pre-employment health check.

We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, aiming for a workforce that reflects Leeds' population.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is contingent upon proof of right to work in the UK—either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement Scheme, or with a valid work visa. Please consider your eligibility carefully before applying if you do not have the right to work in the UK.

This vacancy is not a Leeds City Council position; it is advertised on behalf of the relevant organization. Please follow their application instructions to apply.