Deputy Headteacher: Holt House and Carterknowle Schools Federation
Carter Knowle Junior School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S7 2DYThis job expired on 14 March 2025 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
14 March 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
14 February 2025
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time: Full time: Monday-Friday Flexible working by negotiation.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £59,167-£65,286 (starting point dependent on experience)
Pay scale
- L8-L12
What skills and experience we're looking for
Holt House and Carterknowle are happy, caring and inclusive schools, committed to providing our children with the best quality education. Both are city schools, positioned next to one another in a rural setting, with well-resourced and inspiring learning environments.
We are looking for two Deputy Headteachers to work in partnership across the federation. One will be based in our infant school, Holt House, the other in our junior school, Carterknowle. Both posts will have 0.3 teaching commitment in their respective setting and will carry SENCO and DSL responsibilities.
The successful candidates will subscribe to our vision, which is to nurture a caring community in which every child is safe and learns well. We have high expectations and aspirations for all our children, creating warm and friendly learning atmosphere in which children display excellent attitudes and behaviour while achieving the best possible education.
We are looking for a passionate and approachable deputy headteacher who will:
- share, celebrate and promote the inclusive ethos of our cohesive and inclusive community
- have previous leadership experience and be able to demonstrate the ability to lead whole school improvement
- maintain and continually develop the strong relationships we have with children, parents, staff, governors and the wider community
- work strategically alongside the Headteacher and Executive Headteacher
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can offer the successful candidate:
- an opportunity to work with our Headteacher and Executive Headteacher, developing your skills as a school leader while receiving professional support and advice
- a leadership position in a warm, welcoming and stable school that is committed to your physical and emotional wellbeing
- the governors’ commitment to your ongoing professional development
Flexible working opportunities
Flexible working is by negotiation and includes:
- Working off-site: where a staff member works some or all of their hours remotely and is not required to be on the school site (also known as working from home)
Varied hours, including:
- Staggered start, finish and break times
- Compressed hours: where a staff member works full-time hours but over fewer sessions.
Further details about the role
Candidates should state whether they wish to be considered for the Holt House, Carterknowle or both vacancies.
School visits are strongly encouraged. To arrange an appointment, please contact Gemma Jolliffe, PA to the Headteacher, on 0114 255 2347. To discuss the role informally, please ask to speak to the Executive Headteacher, Helen Haynes.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose any cautions or convictions prior to interview. The amendments to the ROA Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are therefore not subject to disclosure to employers. The successful candidate will complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Children’s Barred List check.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Carter Knowle Junior School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 231 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Carter Knowle Junior School website
- Email address
- enquiries@carterknowle.sheffield.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0114 2552347
Carterknowle Junior School is part of the Holt House and Carterknowle Schools Federation and we nurture a caring community in which every child learns well. We have a welcoming and secure environment with a warm and friendly ethos. We are dedicated to providing high standards and are committed to giving each and every child the best education. We have high expectations and children and adults work together in a positive and supportive way.
Arranging a visit to Carter Knowle Junior School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@carterknowle.sheffield.sch.uk.
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