Deputy Headteacher
Albemarle Primary School, London, SW19 6JP17 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Required: September 2026
Closing date
10 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
23 April 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
- £74,479 - £79,385 per annum (L10 – L13)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make a lasting impact?
We are seeking an ambitious, committed and inspiring Deputy Headteacher to join our forward thinking team at a pivotal moment in our school’s development. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a community that is firmly on an exciting journey towards ‘Stability with Ambition’, where high expectations, collaboration and innovation underpin our work.
The role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Deputy Head teacher to join the leadership team at Albemarle Primary School in Southfields. See job description for more details.
What we are looking for:
- A passionate and ambitious leader with a clear commitment to school improvement and raising standards
- A strong track record of improving teaching and learning and securing positive outcomes for pupils
- A values driven professional who embodies respect, resilience, responsibility, and promotes resourcefulness, reflection and kindness
- An excellent communicator who can inspire, motivate and work collaboratively with staff, pupils and the wider community
- A resilient and reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous improvement
- Someone who is prepared to work hard as part of a dedicated team and contribute positively to our journey
- A leader who places children at the heart of every decision and believes in the potential of every pupil
What the school offers its staff
At Albemarle Primary School, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to champion respect, resilience, responsibility, and to nurture pupils who are resourceful and reflective in their learning. Above all, we place great importance on kindness, ensuring that every member of our community feels valued, supported and able to thrive.
Albemarle is a happy, inclusive and forward-thinking school with a strong commitment to collaboration, high standards and professional growth. We have brilliant pupils who are eager to learn and keen to succeed. We are seeking a leader who shares our belief in every child’s potential and who is ready to work with energy, integrity and determination to unlock it.
What we can offer:
• Happy, enthusiastic children who love learning and are proud of their school
• A caring, committed and supportive staff team
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• A leadership team who value your expertise and contribution
• A nurturing and inclusive school culture
Further information about the job
Working alongside our newly appointed Headteacher, you will play a key role in driving school improvement, shaping high quality teaching and learning, and securing strong outcomes for all pupils. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic direction while remaining closely connected to the daily life of the school.
If you want to be part of something exciting, are motivated by challenge, and are prepared to work hard as part of a dedicated team to make a real difference, then we are the school for you.
This is more than a role, it is a chance to leave a lasting legacy. If you are ready to step into a position where your leadership will truly matter, we strongly encourage you to apply and be part of our next chapter. We warmly welcome and encourage you to visit us to hear more about who we are and the journey so far.
If you are a current or aspiring Deputy Head teacher with the drive and vision to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact Joyce Greaves at Info@albemarle.Wandsworth.sch.uk
An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/.
Completed Application Forms to be returned by email to – Info@albemarle.wandsworth.sch.uk
Closing Date: 10th May
2026 (at Midnight)
Interview Date: 15th
May 2026
Interviews: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.We reserve the right to close the position once a suitable applicant is appointed.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
We reserve the right to withdraw this advert before the closing date upon receipt of successful applications.
Albemarle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS clearance.
Please note that we do not accept CVs
Albemarle Primary
School
Princes Way
Southfields, London
SW19 6JP
Telephone: 020 8788 3170
Headteacher:
Mrs. E. Haston
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.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Albemarle Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 366 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Albemarle Primary School website
- Email address
- Info@albemarle.wandsworth.sch.uk
Arranging a visit to Albemarle Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Info@albemarle.wandsworth.sch.uk.
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