Deputy Headteacher

St Dunstan's Cheam CofE Primary School, Sutton, Surrey, SM3 8DF

18 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
16 April 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
19 March 2025

Job details

Job role: Assistant headteacher
Deputy headteacher
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Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary: £63,117 - £70,873 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

After 19 years of service to St Dunstan’s School, our Deputy Head Teacher is stepping down to pursue some other interests. We are, therefore, excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented senior leader to join our thriving Christian two-form entry primary school as Deputy Head Teacher.

We are looking for a person who relishes a challenge and can build upon our strengths, support us in taking our school to the next level and provide our pupils with a challenging and creative curriculum of the future. In April 2023, our school maintained its ‘good’ rating from Ofsted. Since that inspection, we have continued to excel, ranking in the top 5% of all primary schools nationally for our Year 1 phonics screening.

We aim for a vibrant, inclusive and innovative school community This is supported by our strong Christian ethos and reflected in our children as they grow into confident, responsible and compassionate young people.

We are looking to recruit a passionate, positive and talented Deputy Headteacher to support the Headteacher, our dedicated and driven staff team, engaged pupils, and enthusiastic parent community.

We are seeking a dynamic individual who demonstrates a passion for children, education and a commitment to excellence; someone who shapes a growth culture in which all are empowered to fulfil their roles and reach their individual potential as well as being dedicated to improving the outcomes of our pupils.

As Deputy Headteacher, you will support the strategic direction of the school that is a key driver in school improvement and complements our distinct Christian ethos. You will have a proven track record in leadership, raising standards and improving outcomes, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What the school offers its staff

Our school is a happy, diverse and successful voluntary-aided school located in the heart of Cheam village with strong partnerships with the Cheam Ministry Team, Southwark Diocese and the wider school community.

A modern school building which has extensive green space, playgrounds, and outdoor learning space along with reflective and spiritual areas.

Pupils who enjoy learning and thrive on the challenge of using a range of resources and facilities available to enhance their development.

We are blessed with a strong staff team who work well together and are passionate about teaching a vibrant and broad curriculum

The school has a dedicated, proactive and supportive governing body who is committed to your personal development as a lifelong learner.

Further details about the role

To apply, please download the Candidate Pack and Application Form. Only applications received on the official form will be considered.

For further information or to arrange a visit to the school on:

Wednesday 26th March between 1:00 pm and 3:00pm
Friday 28th March between 9:00am and 3:00pm

Please contact Mrs. Beth Emery at the School Office

Applications should be submitted by midnight Wednesday 16th April 2025Interviews will be held on Thursday 24th April 2025

We look forward to meeting you.

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.