Deputy Headteacher

Oulton Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS26 8NT

31 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible or 1st September 2026

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  27 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: 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday Leadership responsibilities will require some working outside of the school day
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £61,534-£67,898
• Pay scale: L8-L12

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful applicant will be committed and innovative with the capacity to both recognise and unlock the potential in each and every child, providing a nurturing and enriching primary school experience.

We are looking for:

• a visible, committed and experienced leader who will fulfil the vision and values of the school
• a leader who will continue to drive innovative school improvement, building on the firm foundations already in place
• apassionate individualwhowillshape our schoolprovisiontomeetthe needs ofall ourchildren and keep ourlearners happy, healthy and safe
• a leader with the expertise to manage all staff, empowering them and developing their leadership potential

Our new Deputy Headteacher will bring:

• innovative, strategic and empowering leadership skills with a vision that inspires and motivates others
• the energy and creativity to drive curriculum innovation at the same time as maintaining existing practices that are working effectively
• a commitment to embedding achievement for all pupils, including those who have Special Education Needs and to ensure their needs are met

• high expectations of all pupils in their attainment, behaviour and attendance and the skills needed to translate these expectations into pupils achieving their full potential
• an ability to turn challenging situations into positive outcomes

• the ability to communicate clearly with all stakeholders, including staff, pupils, parents and the governing body
• a demonstrable track record of developing a team to meet the high expectations required and unlocking their leadership potential

Closing date: 9am, Monday 27th April 2026

Assessment dates: Thursday 7th May 2026

All applicants must complete the Leeds City Council Word version of the application form and e-mail a copy to the e-mail at the top of the form.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer…

• Opportunities and support to develop and enhance your career
• An employee assistance programme including counselling and muscular skeletal services as standard. Access to huge discounts through the cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on Leeds City Council gym, swim and class memberships
• A caring and inclusive ethos where everyone is valued
• Happy children who are willing and eager to learn and who are ready, respectful and safe
• An experienced Governing Body and Headteacher who will mentor the successful candidate
• A SEND lead teacher to support your induction and work throughout school
  
• Administrator hours from our school office staff
• An emergent in and supportive PTA (POPS)
• Supportive, committed governors, staff and parents/ carers, within a close, diverse community

• A modern, well-equipped school environment with a sensory room, intervention spaces, SEND base and extensive outdoor area.

This is an exciting time to join us on our upward journey. Visits are strongly encouraged and welcomed by appointment. Please e-mail recruitment@oulton.leeds.sch.uk if you wish to make an appointment for a show around.

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

Oulton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Please complete the online application form on the DfE website or download the SCHOOL application form, and email completed forms to address given. Due to our stringent safeguarding policy, CVs will never be accepted. All posts are contingent on enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.

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 application pack 2026.pdf - 743 KB (opens in new tab)

About Oulton Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 315 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Oulton Primary School website
• Email address: barry.mcalinden@oulton.leeds.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01132821344
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oulton-primary-school

Oulton Primary is a recently refurbished school that boasts an attractive spacious working environment. Re-opened in June 2012, the multi-million pound, architect-designed building is fit for education in the 21st century. It includes a room for Extended Services, sensory room, pastoral base, multiple intervention rooms, spacious library, breakfast club area, purpose-built classrooms and a large sports hall.

Arranging a visit to Oulton Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email barry.mcalinden@oulton.leeds.sch.uk.

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