Deputy Head Teacher

Heathlands Primary Academy, Birmingham, West Midlands, B34 6NB

31 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 1pm

• Date listed

  27 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £82,654.00 - £91,158.00 Annually (FTE)

Deputy Head Teacher job summary

Deputy Headteacher

Heathlands Primary Academy

Heathlands Primary Academy is seeking an ambitious, dedicated and inspirational leader to join our senior leadership team as Deputy Headteacher.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate professional to work alongside the Headteacher in leading a school committed to high standards, inclusion, and the success of every child.

About the Role

As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the school while ensuring excellence in day-to-day operations. You will support the Headteacher in driving school improvement, promoting high-quality teaching and learning, and maintaining a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment for all pupils.

You will also have a teaching commitment and lead key areas of responsibility such as curriculum development, assessment, or a core subject.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven track record of impact
• Has successful leadership experience and the ability to inspire and motivate others
• Demonstrates high expectations for all pupils and staff
• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring every child achieves their full potential
• Has strong knowledge of curriculum development and school improvement
• Can use data effectively to drive standards and evaluate impact
• Is passionate about staff development and building a strong professional culture
• Has a clear understanding of safeguarding and is committed to keeping children safe

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Support the Headteacher in delivering a clear and ambitious vision for the school
• Lead on key aspects of teaching, learning, and curriculum development
• Drive improvements in behaviour, attendance, and pupil wellbeing
• Ensure high standards of teaching and learning across the school
• Line manage and develop staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Deputise for the Headteacher as required
• Contribute to school self-evaluation and inspection readiness
• Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)

What We Offer

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development
• Opportunities to develop your leadership within a growing trust
• A welcoming and inclusive school community

Safeguarding

Heathlands Primary Academy is part of Greenheart Learning Partnership and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Heathlands Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 447 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Heathlands Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/heathlands-primary-academy-birmingham

Heathlands Primary Academy is a vibrant two-form entry school with an on-site nursery and provides a wonderful stage for learning and development of our children. It is a happy, oversubscribed school with a supportive parent platform.

Based in the east of the city of Birmingham, the academy is proud of its cultural and social diversity. Visitors to the academy always comment on the inclusive atmosphere and caring approach created by Heathlands staff.

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