Two Term Secondment Opportunity - Deputy Headteacher

Salford Council; Salford; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dynamic Deputy Headteacher for Westwood Park Primary School. The successful candidate will work alongside the Headteacher to drive improvement and develop an inclusive school community. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership qualities and a passion for educational advancement. This role starts on January 1, 2026, with a closing date for applications on December 5, 2025.

Benefits

Welcoming and inclusive school community

Supportive Governing Body and dedicated staff

Qualifications

• Track record of excellent classroom practice and driving school improvement.
• Commitment to the development of the whole child and driving inclusion.
• Ability to lead change with vision and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Join the leadership team to shape the school's future.
• Work with the Headteacher on strategic priorities and school improvement plans.
• Have teaching responsibilities, with a focus on raising attainment in Mathematics.

Skills

Excellent classroom practice

School improvement experience

Leadership and change management

Interpersonal and communication skills

Job description

Two Term Secondment Opportunity - Deputy Headteacher

Salford Council
Salford
63,070 - 69,596 (L9-L13)
NEW

Start Date: 1st January 2026

Westwood Park Primary School is entering an exciting new chapter with the appointment of a new headteacher from January 2026. We are now seeking a dynamic, committed and inspirational deputy headteacher to join our leadership team and help shape the future of our school, however this appointment will be for a September 2026 start. Therefore, the governors would like to invite applicants to apply for a secondment opportunity in this role for two terms, starting 1st January 2026.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is looking for a short term challenge and opportunity to experience working as a Deputy Headteacher as part of their career progression.
• Has a track record of excellent classroom practice and school improvement.
• Can lead and manage change with vision and empathy.
• Is committed to the development of the whole child and is committed to driving inclusion in the school.
• Has strong interpersonal and communication skills to build positive relationships across the school community.
• Will work in close partnership with the new Headteacher to drive forward our strategic priorities and school improvement plans throughout the rest of this academic year.

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Enthusiastic children who love learning.
• A supportive Governing Body and dedicated staff team.

The successful candidate will have a teaching responsibility. An expertise or interest in Mathematics is desirable (but not essential) as a key focus of the school improvement work this academic year is raising attainment in Mathematics across the school.

We welcome and encourage those interested in this opportunity to visit our school. Please contact the school office on 0161 789 2598 to arrange a visit.

Closing date: 5th December 2025

Interviews: 9th December 2025

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