Deputy Headteacher
West Monkton Church of England School, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8FT9 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
14 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
5 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £55,747 - leadership Grade L4 - L8
Deputy Headteacher job summary
An exciting leadership opportunity
West Monkton Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our senior leadership team on a fixed‑term basis to cover maternity leave. We would be delighted to consider applications from candidates seeking a secondment opportunity, as well as those looking for a temporary leadership role.
This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational, compassionate and ambitious leader to work closely with the Headteacher and play a significant role in shaping the strategic direction of our school, while upholding our strong Christian ethos and nurturing, inclusive culture.
About the role
As Deputy Headteacher, you will:
- Deputise for the Headteacher in their absence and support them in the strategic leadership of the school
- Help formulate and drive the school’s vision, aims and objectives
- Lead strategically on areas of the School Improvement Plan and contribute to self‑evaluation
- Be the Deputy / Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and child welfare
- Lead and have oversight of attendance, behaviour, wellbeing and vulnerable pupils
- Strategically lead the Quality of Education, including curriculum design, teaching, learning and assessment
- Lead and manage staff performance, professional development and induction
- Line manage staff and curriculum/domain leaders, building strong distributed leadership
- Monitor and evaluate standards across the school, using data to drive improvement
- Undertake class teaching responsibilities where required
- Support and represent the Headteacher at meetings with governors, trust leaders and external partners
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant whole‑school impact while remaining connected to classroom practice and the daily life of a caring primary school.
About you
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with extensive teaching experience
- Has a strong leadership track record and a clear understanding of school improvement
- Is passionate about teaching and learning and committed to the ‘whole child’
- Can inspire, motivate and support staff through kindness, clarity and high expectations
- Is confident in leading curriculum development and ensuring high-quality teaching across all subjects
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and equality
- Is approachable, visible and values strong relationships with children, families and the community
- Understands the importance of collaboration, both within school and across the Trust
What we offer
- A welcoming, supportive and values‑driven school community
- Enthusiastic, caring pupils who are proud of their school
- A committed staff team with a strong sense of collaboration
- Professional development and leadership support through The Oak Partnership Trust
- The opportunity to play a significant role in shaping the future of our school
Salary : Leadership L4 - L8
Hours of work: Full time
Contract: Fixed Term/Secondment Maternity Cover. From 01/09/2026 to 31/09/2027
School Tour: By appointment only on 7th May .2026 - Please call West Monkton C of E Primary School directly to book a suitable time
Application Closing: 14.05.2026
Shortlisting: 14.05.2026
Interview Date: 19 May 2026
Please note: All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.
The Oak Partnership Trust reserves the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date.
Safeguarding Statement
West Monkton Church of England 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.
Further information about the job
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.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About West Monkton Church of England School
- School type
- Academies, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 413 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- West Monkton Church of England School website
We are proud to be a popular Church of England Primary School and one of four founding members of The Oak Partnership – a newly formed Multi-Academy Trust.
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