Deputy Headteacher
Allfarthing Primary School, London, SW18 2LRThis job expired on 11 May 2026 – see similar jobs
Start date details
Required from September 2026 – 1 year Fixed Term Maternity Leave cover
Closing date
11 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 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
- Fixed term - 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- £76,154 - £82,888 per annum (L11 – L15)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Above all we are looking for a practitioner who will play a key role in contributing to our ethos of Excellence for All. We are seeking to appoint an individual who is passionate about living our school values, Be Kind - Be Safe - Go Above and Beyond, embracing the opportunity to make a difference to the lives of all our pupils.
We are looking for an individual who will:
- work in close partnership with the Headteacher and senior leadership team to deliver the school’s vision and improvement priorities
- champion restorative justice and relational practice across the school.
- support and drive inclusive practice, including SEND and vulnerable groups.
- support teaching and support staff, including leading on professional development.
- oversee behaviour and wellbeing, promoting the school’s values: Be Kind, Be Safe, Go Above and Beyond.
- contribute to the strategic leadership of the school, including self-evaluation and school improvement planning.
- act as a role model for staff and pupils, upholding the highest expectations and professional standards.
- engage with the Wandsworth Deputy Head forum and support networks.
- work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to promote positive outcomes for all pupils.
- experience as a DSL or assistant DSL.
- take part in a comprehensive handover period with the current Deputy Headteacher.
What the school offers its staff
Allfarthing Primary School is a community that thrives on ambition, warmth and a shared belief that every pupil deserves an exceptional education. Located in the heart of Wandsworth, our school is a place where innovation meets community excellence. We are proud of our vibrant, diverse community and our commitment to providing a nurturing and aspirational environment.
Joining us means joining a team that is genuinely supportive. We know that leadership can be demanding, which is why we prioritise a culture of collaboration. Working at Allfarthing means being part of a forward-thinking leadership team that values your voice, respects your expertise and encourages you to take risks in the pursuit of excellence.
We offer:
- A chance to thrive in a highly ambitious school, working in partnership with a leadership team that is passionate about continued school development.
- A team dedicated to constant improvement, innovation and evaluation based around our ‘Allfarthing Absolutes’ – oracy, metacognition, adaptive learning and assessment for learning.
- Motivated children who are keen to learn and are enthusiastic about school. External partners regularly spotlight our outstanding behaviour for learning.
- A genuine commitment to inclusion. We are currently being assessed to be a Centre of Excellence for the Inclusion Quality Mark, have retained our National Wellbeing Award and have been nominated by Wandsworth to share our practice at a London-wide inclusion showcase in July.
- A restorative behaviour approach based on relational practice and with kindness at its heart.
- A school with an increasing pupil roll and financial reserves to safeguard future development.
- The school has excellent travel links with free parking available on site.
Further information about the job
Allfarthing Primary School Excellence for All
An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/.
Alternatively, these can be found on the school website https://www.allfarthing.org.uk/Vacancies/
Completed application should be returned to the school either by email info@allfarthing.wandsworth.sch.uk or post.
For further information, please contact the SBM Debbie Tyson Gooden or speak to the Headteacher James Heale.
Visits are warmly encouraged and our Headteacher will be available on Wednesday 29th April (9am – 12pm), Thursday 30th April (1pm – 3pm), Wednesday 6th May (9am – 3pm) and Thursday 7th May (2pm – 4:40pm).
Closing date: Monday
11th May 2026 (1pm)
Interviews: Week commencing 18th
May 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. CVs are not accepted. No agencies please.
Allfarthing
Primary School
St
Ann’s Crescent, Wandsworth
London,
SW18 2LR
Tel:
020 8874 1301
E-mail: info@allfarthing.wandsworth.sch.uk
Group
3 Roll 403, Age 3 - 11
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Allfarthing Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 384 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Allfarthing Primary School website
- Email address
- info@allfarthing.wandsworth.sch.uk
We are a two form entry community primary school in the heart of Wandsworth
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