Deputy Headteacher

Hamilton Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 6SG

26 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  25 March 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: L6 to L10 (currently £58,569 - £64,691)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Main purpose of the post:

• To work in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team to effectively lead and manage on one of our two sites, carrying out the duties of the Headteacher in his absence;
• To lead on Safeguarding;
• To lead on developing and evaluating the provision for our Pupil Premium children to ensure they make the best possible progress;
• Being a visible presence around the school and taking a lead on pupil behaviour management;
• Liaising with external professionals;
• Induction of new pupils;
• Supporting pupils’ transition from KS1 to KS2 and between KS2 and secondary education.

The successful candidate will be:

• Committed to inclusion and the rights of all children;
• An outstanding and innovative practitioner with a professional attitude and clear vision for raising standards, especially for vulnerable groups within our school;
• Motivated, creative and able to work as part of a team;
• Committed to working in partnership with parents and the community, with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Able to understand and support the logistics of running a large school in a safe and calm manner;
• Experienced in implementing improvements at a whole school level;
• Able to mentor new and junior members of teaching staff.

Experience in the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead is desirable, but full training will be provided to candidates if necessary.

The successful applicant would be expected to start in this post with effect from 01 September 2026.

What the school offers its staff

At Hamilton we offer a supportive and friendly working environment; positive and enthusiastic children, capable of achieving high standards; and excellent opportunities for continued professional development.

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.

Visits to the school are welcomed by arrangement. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office on 01494 522231 or email office@hamiltonacademy.org.uk.

Fully completed application forms should be sent to office@hamiltonacademy.org.uk, CVs are not accepted for any position within the school. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Hamilton Academy reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

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

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

DHT Person Specification Mar 2026.pdf - 275 KB (opens in new tab)

DHT Job Description Mar 2026.pdf - 266 KB (opens in new tab)

About Hamilton Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 656 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hamilton Academy website
• Email address: office@hamiltonacademy.org.uk
• Phone number: 01494 522231
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hamilton-academy

Ours is a three-form entry school split over two sites in the heart of High Wycombe. We have 630 delightful children on roll who make sure school life is stimulating, exciting and rewarding. Every day is different, and you never quite know what to expect when you come through the door at Hamilton. If you are up for a challenge and want to enjoy being in school each day, then come and join our community. Hamilton is a friendly and fun place to work and we are all very proud of our children and our school. Come and have a look if you want to find out more.

Arranging a visit to Hamilton Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@hamiltonacademy.org.uk.

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