Deputy Headteacher
Horsforth Newlaithes Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS18 4PTThis job expired on 20 April 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
20 April 2026 at 9am
Date listed
24 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time: Full-time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L9-L13
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will:
- Be a highly adaptable, positive and solution-focused leader
- Demonstrate strong expertise in leading continuous provision across EYFS and KS1
- Set and uphold high expectations that inspire, challenge and nurture every child
- Build strong, professional relationships with children, staff and parents
- Show relentless commitment to our mission that every child thrives
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
- A high-quality and ambitious CPD programme
- Access to the School Advisory Service, including GP, counselling and physiotherapy support, alongside wellbeing services
- Access to the Vivup employee benefits package, including discounts and car leasing
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and opportunities for connection and community
Further information about the job
This is an exciting time for our school. We are on a clear journey of improvement and are seeking a highly motivated, values-driven leader to help take Newlaithes to the next level.
Our vision is simple but ambitious: a school where excellence is a habit; where high standards are matched by high levels of joy; where the magic of childhood is protected and celebrated; and where every child receives the education they deserve.
This work begins in the Early Years. The Deputy Headteacher will play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening our EYFS and Key Stage 1 provision. The role includes a 0.5 teaching commitment in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2.
Our vision is to achieve excellence and to create something truly magical. We want our EYFS and KS1 to be one intentional, progressive journey matching children's level of development and using the best of EYFS practice to develop an innovative yet rigorous approach to teaching in KS1. As the Deputy Headteacher, you will unite the EYFS and KS1 teams to harness the power of collaboration and develop a truly world-class curriculum.
At the heart of Newlaithes is a deep commitment to relationships and belonging. We are building a culture where every member of our community - children, staff and families - feels seen, supported and valued. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, faiths and experiences.
We strongly encourage visits. Please call 0113 258 8645 to arrange to come to see us.
9:30am to 10:30am on Thursday 26th March
5:00pm to 6:00pm on Monday 30th March
9:30am to 10:30am on Wednesday 1st April
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and statutory guidance, including KCSIE. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, checks regarding suitability to work with children, verification of qualifications, right to work checks, and any other relevant pre-employment checks.
Online searches may be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our checks. Any matters arising from these checks may be discussed with candidates as part of the recruitment process.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Horsforth Newlaithes Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 419 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Horsforth Newlaithes Primary School website
- Email address
- hello@stf.newlaithes.co.uk
- Phone number
- 0113 258 8645
Horsforth Newlaithes Primary School is a large, welcoming and inclusive primary school serving the community of Horsforth, in north-west Leeds.
Our vision is for every child to belong, believe and become: to feel known, valued and included; to believe in themselves and their future; and to become the very best version of themselves.
We are proud of our warm school community and our extensive grounds, including a large forest area which provides rich opportunities for outdoor learning, Forest School and wider personal development. Reading is at the heart of our school, and we are committed to ensuring that every child becomes a confident, fluent reader who can access the full richness of the curriculum.
Newlaithes is entering an exciting stage of development. We are strengthening curriculum, teaching and provision across school, with a particular focus on high-quality early education, adaptive teaching, explicit instruction and ambitious learning for all pupils.
We are looking for people who share our belief that children should thrive both personally and academically. Staff who join Newlaithes become part of a caring, committed and ambitious team working together to build something exceptional for our children and community.
Arranging a visit to Horsforth Newlaithes Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hello@stf.newlaithes.co.uk.
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