Deputy Headteacher
Accrington Peel Park Primary School, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 6QR24 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
6 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
4 February 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: Full-time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L14-L19
What skills and experience we're looking for
The ideal candidate will be a reflective and inspiring Deputy Headteacher who:
Must be able to work well under pressure, adopt a flexible approach to work, and support other areas of the school whenrequired.
A strong understanding of how to develop the curriculum to meet the needs of all learners.
Must be able to take both a strategic overview and a hands-on approach, managing multiple levels of demand from multiple sources.
Proven experience managing others andoperatingas a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
An excellent knowledge of current safeguarding regulations and best practice.
Excellent social and presentation skills.
Organised and resourceful.
Proactive and intuitive.
Shares the school’s vision for education and is committed to the same ethos.
Demonstrates a solid understanding of and commitment to working within the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Has strong interpersonal skills and can build professional relationships and collaborate with a wide range of people, including staff, parents, and pupils.
Is motivated to develop a culture of excellent teaching and learning by sharing good practice andparticipatingactively in continuing professional development.
Embraces developments and innovations in teaching and learning.
Is a team player who shows a positive attitude, works well with colleagues, and offers constructive suggestions for school improvement.
Is a good role model to other colleagues.
What the school offers its staff
What we offer
Competitive salary.
Professional development opportunities.
A motivated and energetic team of teachers and support staff committed to developing and raising standards. In addition, we have a team of specialist teachers in specific areas to provide targeted, quality-first teaching.
A supportive and knowledgeable Governing Body and forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team.
Excellently resourced school in a beautiful building with extensive grounds.
Wonderful children who have a real passion for learning and are ready to learn.
Further information about the job
Peel Park Primary School is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to play a central role in the strategic leadership, operational management, and continued improvement of the school, and to build on its many strengths at this point.
Situated on the northern fringe of Accrington, in our own beautiful grounds, our school is a place of wonder and fun where we work hard to recognise each child’s strengths and talents. We serve a close-knit community, celebrating our town’s rich history and culture. Our values—Ready, Respectful, Safe—shape every lesson, every interaction, and every decision.
About the Role
Working in close partnership with the Headteacher, this is a key senior leadership position with whole-school responsibility for driving standards, shaping culture, and ensuring that the school’s vision, values, and strategic priorities are realised consistently across every aspect of school life. The successful candidate will lead a large and energetic senior leadership team and the wider school in teaching, learning, and the curriculum.
The successful candidate will act as a deputy to the Headteacher, providing professional leadership, operational oversight and day-to-day management of the school. This will include leading on school improvement priorities, contributing to strategic planning, supporting and holding staff to account, and deputising for the Headteacher when required.
This is a non-class-based leadership role, enabling the postholder to focus fully on strategic leadership and the effective running of the school.
School Visits
We would love you to arrange a visit to our school to discuss it further. Please contact the Head Teacher via the office at office@peelpark.lancs.sch.uk to arrange a visit.
Please also find us on Facebook and Instagram to gain an insight into what we are all about.
Safer Recruitment
Peel Park Primary School is committed to safer recruitment practice,and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
Childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Medical clearance
Prohibition from teaching
Right to work
Satisfactory references
Suitability to work with children
Commitment to safeguarding
Peel Park Primary School 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.
You must tell us about any unspent convictions, cautions,reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs, or alternatively, a copy is available on request.
To apply for the role, you need to complete an application form andsubmit a supporting statementof no more than 3 sides of A4.
Applications close on Friday, 6th March 2026– 12 noon
Shortlisting will occur on Friday, 6th March 2026.
The Headteacher will arrange school visits of shortlisted candidates between the 9th and 13th March 2026.
Interviews will take place on 25th and 26th March.
Position start date is 1st September 2026.
Commitment to safeguarding
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website or alternatively a copy is available. LCC has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the manager to applicants.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Apply for this jobAdditional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Accrington Peel Park Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 606 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Accrington Peel Park Primary School website
- Email address
- d.waites@peelpark.lancs.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01254 231583
We are committed to providing a stimulating and motivating learning environment, one that equips and prepares our pupils for the 21st Century. Our mission is to strive for excellence in all that we do – by challenging ourselves and helping each other to Reach higher, See further and to Shine brighter every day. At Peel Park School we are fascinated by learning, by interesting ideas and questions, and we want our children to go on to enjoy learning for the rest of their lives – and to make a difference in the world. The school benefits from innovative, inspirational staff, supportive parents and children who display an excellent attitude to learning.As a school community we believe that children thrive when the entire school community – pupils, parents, staff, governors and the local community come together. We strongly value the relationship we have with our parents and recognise that effective partnerships are essential. We appreciate and value the support our parents give us and the role they play in enriching our children’s experiences and supporting their child’s education. Parents are always most welcome into school to help or to discuss their child’s progress or any matters of concern.
Arranging a visit to Accrington Peel Park Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email d.waites@peelpark.lancs.sch.uk.
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