13 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    3 June 2026 at 8am

  • Date listed

    21 May 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Deputy headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

RBWM Leadership Pay Scales - according to experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and highly motivated Deputy Head Teacher who will also undertake a class teaching commitment. This role would suit either an experienced senior leader or an exceptional teacher ready to take the next step into leadership, with the ability to make a significant contribution to the strategic development of the school, while continuing to model outstanding classroom practice.

Due to the leadership responsibilities of the role, this is a full-time position only. On this occasion, we are unable to consider applications from candidates seeking part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the leadership of teaching and learning across the school
  • Acting as a Designated Safeguarding Lead
  • Leading areas of school improvement, including curriculum and assessment
  • Promoting high standards of achievement, behaviour and wellbeing
  • Undertaking a class teaching commitment • Leading curriculum subjects and supporting subject leaders
  • Working closely with the SENCo to ensure inclusive practice for all pupils

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with leadership experience or clear leadership potential, committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every child. They will be positive, reflective and professional, able to build strong relationships with staff, pupils, parents and governors, and will share our Christian values of inclusion, respect and aspiration. We offer a warm, supportive and collaborative school community, alongside strong opportunities for leadership growth.

What the school offers its staff

Holy Trinity C of E Primary School is a welcoming, nurturing and inclusive school where children are encouraged to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Set in the heart of the beautiful village of Cookham, our school benefits from a wonderful learning environment, extensive outdoor space and a dedicated and supportive team.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Cookham

School type
Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
210 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
06128 523766

School location

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