Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher Vacancy at Newton Primary School

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an inspirational Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated team at Newton Primary School from September 2025. As a thriving two-form entry school catering for children aged 4–11, we are committed to providing an enriching and high-quality education in a welcoming and supportive environment. The successful candidate will work alongside the head and staff to drive school improvement, ensuring the highest standards of wellbeing and teaching and learning for our children.

Newton Primary School is a Cheshire West and Chester Local Authority maintained School. We are proud of our strong sense of community, family ethos and putting children at the centre of everything we do. Nestled in beautiful grounds featuring a forest area, a trim trail and nature area, we provide children with rich opportunities across all areas of the curriculum. We have a friendly and experienced team of educators who work as a team to get the very best for our children.

The new Headteacher, in collaboration with the Board of Governors, is seeking a strategic, enthusiastic and innovative leader to take on this role, playing a pivotal part in shaping the future of our school. The ideal candidate will possess the vision and drive to build upon our existing positive ethos, leveraging our strengths to support our development priorities.

We are looking for a committed and dynamic individual with the vision, passion, and expertise to build on our strengths and lead our continued development. If you are an experienced and motivated educator with a passion for inspiring both staff and pupils, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our friendly team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Support the development and implementation of educational strategies that align with the school’s vision.
• Academic Excellence: Uphold and enhance the academic standards at Newton Primary School, ensuring that all pupils achieve their fullest potential.
• Wider School Outcomes: Foster a holistic and creative approach to education that encapsulates not only academic success but also the personal, social, and emotional development of our pupils.
• Culture and Values: Embody and promote the school's ethos to deliver an exceptional education that fosters a love of learning throughout the whole curriculum and to working together to make a difference.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• A proven track record of effective leadership within an educational setting.
• A robust understanding and experience of raising educational standards and school improvement.
• A track record of being a passionate class teacher with successful experience of teaching within the primary school age range.
• The ability to engage, inspire, and motivate pupils, staff, and the wider school community.
• A commitment to inclusive education and the ability to foster a supportive, empowering environment for all.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community.
• A creative and innovative mindset, with the ability to implement forward-thinking educational practices.

We Offer:

• The opportunity to help lead a vibrant, high-achieving school.
• A supportive, committed school community.
• A committed and dedicated team of staff.
• A happy, well-managed school with a strong team ethos.
• Wonderful pupils who enjoy coming to school.
• A strong, supportive Board of Governors.
• A culture that values and nurtures leadership, professional growth and staff well-being.

If you would like further information or have an informal conversation, please contact Jeanette Williams at bursar@newtonprimary.cheshire.sch.uk or telephone 01244 667930. We actively encourage visits to our school for a look around. Visits will take place on Tuesday 29th April at 4.15pm and Thursday 1st May at 4.15pm.

Key dates:

Tuesday 29th April at 4.15pm ~ look around visit

Thursday 1st May at 4.15pm ~ look around visit

Friday 9th May at 9am ~ deadline for applications

Tuesday 13th May ~ shortlisting

Tuesday 20th May ~ assessment tasks & interview

Candidates will be contacted on Wednesday 14th May if they have been selected for interview.

Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe. Applicants for all posts will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, please see our safeguarding policy on our website. Newton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.