Deputy Headteacher

Birley Spa Primary Academy, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S12 4QE

24 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP after interview

• Closing date

  27 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  3 November 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
• Full time equivalent salary: £63,688

Deputy Headteacher job summary

Are you a passionate, dedicated teacher and leader ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Birley Spa Primary Academy, part of the L.E.A.D Academy Trust, is seeking an enthusiastic Deputy Headteacher to join our committed team.

At Birley Spa Primary Academy, we believe every child deserves an exceptional education.

We are proud of our inclusive, supportive culture where staff are valued and encouraged to develop. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader to inspire, challenge, and support students to achieve their very best.

What we offer:

A welcoming and supportive academy community

High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities

A strong culture of collaboration and wellbeing

The chance to be part of a forward-thinking Trust committed to excellence in education

What we’re looking for:

A qualified teacher with leadership experience

Commitment to raising standards and aspirations for all pupils, especially in Y6

A reflective practitioner who thrives in a collaborative environment

Someone who shares our vision and values, and who is ready to contribute to academy life beyond the classroom

Birley Spa Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

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

The L.E.A.D. Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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 Birley Spa Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 291 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Birley Spa Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/birley-spa-primary-academy

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