Deputy Headteacher | Lead Teaching Excellence & Inclusion

WMJobs; Chasetown; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Highfields Primary Academy in Burntwood is seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead the school's development and ensure every child achieves their best within the Primitas Learning Partnership.

Located in the heart of Burntwood, the academy provides a supportive environment with focus on inclusion, safeguarding and high standards. Start date January 2027 or sooner by negotiation.

Qualifications

• Outstanding classroom practitioner with leadership experience in a primary setting.
• Proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes.
• Passionate about developing a culture of high expectations and ambition for all.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and empower colleagues.
• Commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding.
• Vision, resilience and enthusiasm to contribute to the academy and wider trust.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership across the school.
• Drive excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum development.
• Lead and support school improvement initiatives.
• Develop and coach staff to achieve the highest standards.
• Champion inclusion, safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Help shape the strategic direction of the academy.
• Build strong partnerships with families, the local community and trust colleagues.

Skills

Leadership experience

Curriculum development

Inclusion and safeguarding

Staff development

Communication skills

Job description

Highfields Primary Academy in Burntwood is seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead the school's development and ensure every child achieves their best within the Primitas Learning Partnership.

Located in the heart of Burntwood, the academy provides a supportive environment with focus on inclusion, safeguarding and high standards. Start date January 2027 or sooner by negotiation.