Deputy Headteacher
Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2PA64 days remaining to apply
Job start date
13 April 2026
Closing date
9 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 November 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
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £60,145 - £66,368
Pay scale
- L7 - L11
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you:
- An outstanding teacher and professional with high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour.
- A person with vision and the ability to work closely with the Head teacher and senior leadership team in leading the school forward.
- A clear communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- A leader with a strong commitment and accountability to sustaining an increase in progress and raising standards, whilst not losing sight of the whole unique child.
- Eager to take a full and active part in all aspects ofour school community.
- Ambitious, forward thinking and aspirational, bringing new ideas to the classroom and school
- Able to inspire learning beyond the classroom
- Committed to valuing every child, ensuring the very best outcomes for all, putting the needs and welfare of children above all else.
- Determined to make a significant difference to the lives of the children
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
- A caring ethos, centred around our core Christian Values of ‘Honesty, Love and Respect’
- A creative and engaging integrated curriculum
- A strong, supportive team who are willing to share expertise
- A fantastic residential programme
- A modern learning environment with extensive developed outdoor space and lots of opportunities for outdoor learning
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- Committed and enthusiastic staff dedicated to bringing out the full potential of each child
- Children who are happy, valued, well-motivated, friendly and hard working
- A supportive Governing Body, Senior Leadership team and parents
- Employee assistance programme
- Vivup health and lifestyle benefits
- Free annual flu jab
Further information about the job
Swanmore C of E (Aided) Primary School is seeking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who can demonstrate outstanding practice and an ability to harness the skills and enthusiasm of all staff and pupils. Working in partnership with the Headteacher, they will work to ensure the smooth and effective running of the school by maintaining and elevating the high standards of teaching and learning, as well as implementing effective initiatives to drive improvement.
Although this post is non-class based there will be a regular element of teaching, equivalent to one day per week.
Our Headteacher, John Paterson, will be delighted to show you around our wonderful school and can offer tours at on:
Tuesday, 25th November at 4:00pm
Thursday, 27th November at 4:00pm
Tuesday, 2nd December at 4:00pm
Thursday, 4th December at 4:00pm
Tuesday, 9th December at 4:00pm
Thursday, 11th December at 4:00pm
Commitment to safeguarding
Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Applying for the job
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About Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 409 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School website
- Email address
- k.cook@swanmore-pri.hants.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01489 894555
The school’s vision is:
“Swanmore Church of England Primary School’s Christian values of Honesty, Love and Respect strive to develop children in to caring, reflective and proactive individuals; aspiring for the greatest achievement in all they do, seeking to improve themselves and the world around them.”
Nestled in the Meon Valley between Wickham and Bishops Waltham, we are a popular two-form entry primary school located in the picturesque village of Swanmore, which is within easy reach of the cities of Portsmouth, Southampton and Winchester. We have approximately 410 delightful children on roll, who are incredibly eager to learn. We have wonderful facilities and extensive grounds offering ample opportunities for pupils to develop their skills in and outside of the classroom. Our highly committed team work together to ensure the best possible outcomes for all of our children.
The key strengths of our school include:
A caring ethos cantered around our core Christian Values
Excellent attendance and exemplary behaviour
A creative and engaging integrated curriculum
A strong, supportive team who are willing to share expertise
A fantastic residential programme
A modern learning environment with extensive developed outdoor space
Excellent professional development opportunities
Timetabled release for co-ordinator leadership role
Arranging a visit to Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email k.cook@swanmore-pri.hants.sch.uk.
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