27 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    1st January 2026, or sooner by mutual agreement

  • Closing date

    4 July 2025 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    5 June 2025

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: Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

L9-L13 (£60,644 to £66,919)

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Headteacher and Governing Body of Park Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic, and talented non-teaching Deputy Headteacher to join our team on 1st January 2026, or sooner by mutual agreement.

We are looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with a proven track record in working with others to lead successful school improvement and drive high standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading teaching and learning throughout the school, supporting the Headteacher to ensure the highest possible quality of education and standards across all phases.

We are in pursuit of a leader with the passion and vision to build on our many strengths, nurturing a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within our vibrant school community. If you are a dedicated educator with a love of learning and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our school.

The successful candidate will:

  • Be an experienced and effective school leader with a proven impact on raising standards
  • Be a confident and inspirational leader of teaching and learning, with experience across the primary age range
  • Have a strong understanding of curriculum design and innovation
  • Demonstrate a deep commitment to inclusive education and the diverse needs of all learners
  • Be passionate about developing a love of learning across the curriculum
  • Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Be flexible, reliable, and a highly effective team player

The successful applicant will also support the Headteacher in delivering:

  • Strategic Leadership: contributing to whole-school improvement and development
  • Academic Excellence: ensuring all pupils achieve their full potential
  • Wider School Outcomes: supporting personal, social, and emotional development
  • Culture and Values: promoting our school ethos of School, Family, Community - Together
  • Innovation: encouraging creative, research-informed approaches to learning and teaching

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

  • A proactive and supportive Headteacher and Governing Body, committed to developing all staff
  • A caring, engaged, and proactive school community
  • A superb, well-resourced school environment
  • A strong commitment to your ongoing professional development
  • Enthusiastic, curious children who love to learn
  • A dedicated and welcoming staff team

Further details about the role

Interviews will take place during week commencing Monday 14th July 2025

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged on one of the following tours:

  • Friday 13th June at 9am
  • Friday 13th June at 2pm
  • Monday 23rd June at 4pm
  • Wednesday 25th June at 4pm

Please contact our Business Manager, Helen Tickell, on 0151-638-6008 ext. 4 to book a visit

Application forms and supporting letters should be emailed to recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk CVs will not be accepted.

Park Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, as part of our pre-employment due diligence, we will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates. This will include social media websites and video platforms. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk

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About Park Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
433 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
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Phone number
01516386008

Two form entry LA maintained primary school.

Arranging a visit to Park Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email businessmanager@park.wirral.sch.uk.

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