Deputy Headteacher

Manor Park Primary School and Nursery, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 8DB

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible with agreement of current school and no later than 1st January 2027.

• Closing date

  14 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  24 August 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £56,298.00 - £62,251.00 Annually (Actual) Leadership Scale L3 – L7 £56, 298 - £62, 251

Deputy Headteacher job summary

The Deputy Headteacher will work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to lead school improvement, promote high-quality teaching and learning, and ensure that Manor Park remains a place where every pupil feels valued, included and able to thrive.

A central aspect of the role will be strategic leadership of:

SEND provision and inclusive practice;

vulnerable groups, including Pupil Premium pupils, Looked After and Previously Looked After Children, pupils with SEMH needs and EAL learners;

the effective use of funding, interventions, data and targeted support to improve outcomes;

staff development, coaching and accountability;

positive relationships with parents, carers, governors, the Trust and external agencies.

The successful candidate will also deputise for the Headteacher when required and will be confident in translating vision into measurable improvements for pupils, staff and the wider school community.

We are looking for someone who will

be an ambitious and effective school leader with a strong record of improving outcomes;

be passionate about inclusive education and determined that no child is left behind;

have a secure understanding of SEND, adaptive teaching, vulnerable groups and the graduated approach;

inspire, challenge and support colleagues through clear leadership, coaching and collaboration;

use data intelligently to evaluate provision and identify priorities for improvement;

build trusting, positive relationships with children, families, staff, governors and external partners;

uphold high expectations, professional integrity and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding;

embody Manor Park’s values and bring energy, warmth, resilience and a sense of humour to the role.

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

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 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 Manor Park Primary School and Nursery

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 244 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Manor Park Primary School and Nursery website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/manor-park-primary-school-and-nursery

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