Deputy Headteacher

Department of Human Resources; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pudsey Bolton Royd Primary School in Leeds supports a dynamic, aspirational and transformative strategic leader committed to improving outcomes for all children. The role requires inclusive, data-driven leadership and the ability to develop others while collaboratively working with staff, parents and governors.

The successful candidate will uphold safeguarding, lead improvement journeys, manage budgets and enjoy working with a diverse community and partners to raise attainment and belonging for

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic and effective leader who will bring their own passion and enthusiasm to our school.

Vacancy Information

Pudsey Bolton Royd is a vibrant 2-form entry primary school on the Leeds Bradford border. The school has approximately 440 pupils on roll and a 52-place nursery offering 3-year-old provision. We serve a highly multi-cultural community with 11 different ethnic groups represented. There are 21 first languages (other than English) spoken by our pupils. The school is in an area with a high deprivation factor with 27% of pupils eligible for Pupil Premium. We have a strong commitment to our growing number of children with SEND and significant SEND. We are incredibly proud of the work we do for children with additional needs and the dedication that goes into ensuring that all of our pupils achieve and have a sense of belonging.

Community is the heart of our school and we have worked hard to raise our profile in the locality. Our staff team, leaders and governors are proud of going above and beyond for Pudsey Bolton Royd and commitment amongst our team is high. We maintain the highest standards for all our children. We embrace diversity, celebrate difference and are passionate in striving for attainment and progress for all.

A proactive, aspirational and transformative strategic leader.

Acommitment to making a positive difference to children’s lives

A confident and collaborative team player with both the ability to develop others and the humility to learn from others.

A leader that brings initiative, energy and drive to continue the improvement journey

Maintains effective positive communication skills to deal with all stakeholders, including children

An inclusive and child-centred leader

An ability to track, analyse and interpret data in order to secure highly ambitious standards for all pupils.

This position at Pudsey Bolton Royd offers:

Enthusiastic and well-behaved children

A highly motivated team of qualified, trained and capable staff, both in teaching and support, dedicated to ensuring an engaging and wide curriculum-based learning experience, with optimal outcomes for every child

A supportive, solution focussed SLT with an emphasis on working as a Team.

A well-managed building and budget

An opportunity to make a difference to the futures of our children

Effective and supportive local partnerships.

A committed, knowledgeable and motivated governing body

Positive working relationship with the local authority

An effective induction for the successful candidate

The closing date for applications is Thursday 24th September 2026

Shortlisting will take place from Friday 25th September 2026

Assessments and interviews will take place on 8th & 9th October 2026

Pudsey Bolton Royd Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available on-line.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

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