Deputy Headteacher

St David's Church of England Primary School, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0LQ

Deadline is tomorrow

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  8 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  17 April 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: Full time, Monday - Friday.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Leadership Pay Scale, L5-L9

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and passionate Deputy Headteacher to help lead the school forward at an exciting moment in its journey. This is a role for a leader who believes passionately that every child–regardless of background–deserves an outstanding education with rich opportunities and the highest of expectations.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who will lead with integrity, courage and compassion; someone who can inspire excellence in teaching and learning, strengthen inclusive practice and help shape a school culture where being successful in learning for life is at the heart of everything.

We are looking for an inspiring and reflective leader with a strong moral purpose and high aspirations for all. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a clear understanding of effective teaching and learning, together with the ability to lead and support others to improve practice. You will be resilient, compassionate and solutions-focused, with the confidence to work in a challenging context and the humility to learn alongside others.

As part of the role, you will benefit from the backing of a forward-thinking Trust that invests in professional development, values collaboration and supports courageous leadership. This role offers a rare opportunity to combine meaningful leadership responsibility with significant classroom practice, to shape the future of the school, and to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and families. There will be some class teaching.

The role is advertised as full-time.

What the school offers its staff

St David’s C of E Primary Schoolis a warmand welcomingschool situated in thetown of Moreton-in-Marshand is part of the Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust.It isaten-class primary.The school iswarm,friendlyand highly inclusive. Our children are respectful, curious learners who enjoy exploringnew ideaswhilst appreciating the value of mistakes. Staff are highly supportive of one another and are united in building positive relationships with everyone within our school community.

Teamwork is at the forefront of everything we do so that our school vision of’Be Kind. Be Strong. Believe – we can all achieve’is truly lived along with our values of compassion, perseverance, respect, courage, forgiveness, friendship, hope, justice, service, thankfulness, trust and truthfulness.

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

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and any other such checks that the school deems necessary.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Recruitment Pack - Deputy Headteacher St David's.pdf - 781 KB (opens in new tab)

About St David's Church of England Primary School

• School type: Academies, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 248 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St David's Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@dgat.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-david-s-church-of-england-primary-school

St. David’s School is a friendly primary school with 248 pupils. It has close links with St. David’s Church and the local community and is located in the heart of Moreton in Marsh, in the Cotswolds.

Arranging a visit to St David's Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@dgat.org.uk.

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