Deputy Headteacher & Primary School Leader

Avondale Preparatory School; Salisbury; Presencial; GBP 50.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Avondale Preparatory School in Salisbury is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to join our small, independent preparatory school from January 2027. An experienced primary senior leader who is passionate about teaching, wellbeing and pupil development will lead with the Headteacher in our close-knit community.

The successful candidate will teach Year 3/4 for about 70% of the timetable, support strategic leadership, advance teaching and pastoral care, undertake safeguarding duties, and be an active,

Formación

• Has previous senior leadership experience in a primary school (essential).
• Experience of working in a small school, preferably within the independent sector.
• Excellent classroom practitioner with a genuine enthusiasm for teaching.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Approachable, adaptable and willing to embrace the varied responsibilities that come with leadership in a small school.
• Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy DSL (desirable).

Responsabilidades

• Teach a Year 3/4 class, with a teaching commitment of approximately 70% of the timetable.
• Work closely with the Headteacher to support strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the school.
• Contribute to the continued development of high-quality teaching, learning and pastoral care.
• Undertake safeguarding responsibilities, helping to promote a strong safeguarding culture throughout the school.
• Play an active and visible role in all aspects of school life.

Conocimientos

Senior leadership

Classroom teaching

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable

DSL experience

Descripción del empleo

Avondale Preparatory School in Salisbury is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to join our small, independent preparatory school from January 2027. An experienced primary senior leader who is passionate about teaching, wellbeing and pupil development will lead with the Headteacher in our close-knit community.

The successful candidate will teach Year 3/4 for about 70% of the timetable, support strategic leadership, advance teaching and pastoral care, undertake safeguarding duties, and be an active,