Inspiring Deputy Headteacher - Primary School Leadership

Rochdale Town Hall; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Happy, inclusive school environment

Excellent professional development

Supportive Governing Board

Friendly staff team

Job summary

Harwood Park Primary School is seeking an inspirational Deputy Headteacher from April 2027. The successful candidate will drive forward the school's strategic plans, put children at the heart of decisions and inspire colleagues to deliver excellence in all aspects of leadership.

The school is a happy, inclusive environment with high standards of behaviour. Ofsted praised it as a calm, welcoming place where pupils achieve well and are happy at school.

Qualifications

• Has high expectations and is highly ambitious for all children regardless of their background or ability
• Has a strong commitment to inclusive practice, with a passion for removing barriers to learning and ensuring every pupil achieves their full potential.
• Has a proven track record of achieving strong outcomes by being an excellent classroom practitioner across the primary age range
• Has a significant and successful track record of improving the quality of education through their leadership
• Has the ability to inspire and motivate staff to secure the very best outcomes for all
• Is enthusiastic, creative, innovative and is prepared to ‘roll their sleeves up and have a go’ in their desire to deliver excellence in all aspects of leadership
• Is an excellent communicator who is able to work well under pressure, successfully managing the complex demands of leadership
• Places children at the centre of every decision, ensuring the very best outcomes for all

Job description

Harwood Park Primary School is seeking an inspirational Deputy Headteacher from April 2027. The successful candidate will drive forward the school's strategic plans, put children at the heart of decisions and inspire colleagues to deliver excellence in all aspects of leadership.

The school is a happy, inclusive environment with high standards of behaviour. Ofsted praised it as a calm, welcoming place where pupils achieve well and are happy at school.