18 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    1st January 2026

  • Closing date

    14 October 2025 at 6pm

  • Date listed

    26 September 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Deputy headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£55,747.00 Annually (FTE) L4

Deputy Headteacher job summary

Lumbertubs Primary is an exciting and welcoming school in which to work and is part of the Campfire Education Trust. We have high expectations of our children and we want to recruit staff who are dedicated to providing high quality teaching and learning. We provide a happy, safe, exciting learning environment where children develop a love of learning. Our school is on a ‘good to great’ journey and we welcome applicants who wish to join us on that journey.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner, who has the ability to share, model and demonstrate the key characteristics of effective teaching and learning.

You will play an integral role in coaching and developing staff and you will support the Headteacher in the logistical and strategical management of the school.

As the Deputy Headteacher you will be specifically responsible for:

  • Improving the quality of teaching and learning

The successful candidate will have

  • A proven track record of raising attainment and standards at senior leader level
  • A commitment to raising standards for all our children
  • A passion for teaching and learning
  • The ability to lead and motivate a team of staff
  • The ability to inspire our children
  • An innovative approach to problem solving
  • A strategic and collaborative approach to school improvement

In return we can offer you:

  • A positive ethos and truly amazing children who always aim for the top
  • A vibrant and diverse school community
  • Friendly, supportive colleagues who are committed to continuous improvement
  • A warm, caring and supportive environment in which to develop your career
  • Opportunities to work in collaboration with other local schools and the Campfire Education Trust

Lumbertubs Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and safer recruitment practice and we expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including: an enhanced DBS, references and the right to work in the UK.

We welcome applications from experienced leaders as well as those looking to take the next step in their career. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience we would like to hear from you.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged, please contact the school office on 01604 408147 to arrange a mutually convenient time.

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

Lumbertubs Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including: an enhanced DBS, references and the right to work in the UK.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

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About Lumbertubs Primary School

School type
Academy, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
242 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
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School website
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Aim for the Top
Enjoy, Respect, Achieve
Lumbertubs Primary is a caring school where learners, parents, staff and the wider community are welcomed, valued and respected. We provide a happy, safe, exciting learning environment where children develop a love of learning. At Lumbertubs Primary School we believe every child is entitled to become a confident and independent learner who is equipped with the skills to lead a successful and rewarding life. Learners at Lumbertubs enjoy challenge, are determined to succeed and are proud of their achievements

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