Deputy Headteacher
Windmill Primary School, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 8NG24 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
17 April 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
24 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: Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £61,534 - £67,898
What skills and experience we're looking for
Windmill Primary School is looking for an outstanding senior leader to help write the next chapter of our diverse and inspirational school.
Windmill is a place where children, staff, parents, carers and governors are all welcomed into a community that celebrates the importance of individuality, creativity and togetherness to ensure that children are happy and make the best possible progress. We are an open and welcoming school that says “yes” to going the extra mile. Our staff are experienced and inspire children to be the best that they can be built on meaningful personal relationships and high expectations.
Our OFSTED inspection last year highlighted many of these elements:
“A palpable family feel here”, “Exceptionally warm, kind and respectful relationships between staff and pupils are the hallmark of daily routines” and “The school inspires pupils to be confident and curious citizens who respect differences”
We are looking to recruit a new Deputy Headteacher who shares our passions and vision and is able to aid the senior leadership team in making Windmill even better in the future in a school of over 600 children.
What the school offers its staff
In return we offer an open and teamwork based workplace. The school has an on-going CPD program which looks to build on personal interests and professional passions. Both staff and children buy into our mantra of “We all belong here” and we value individuals opinions and situations. We value a collaborative and open approach to decision-making so that all stakeholders feel heard and know their role in the school. Happy staff are inspired teachers and TAs, this in turn ensures that children are happy, willing and engaged learners.
We recommend that potential candidates come to look around the school on one of the dates listed on the information pack.
Further information and instructions on how to apply for the position can be viewed by visiting our website www.windmill.oxon.sch.uk.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Oxfordshire Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves the type of work with children and young people that requires applicants to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All users are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Windmill Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 628 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Windmill Primary School website
- Email address
- office.2527@windmill.oxon.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01865762509
Windmill is a place where we are creative, personal, friendly and open. We try to instil trust, inclusivity, respect and honesty amongst the whole school and wider community. We say “yes” to trying new things and know the sky's the limit for the children that come here. Staff are trusted and encouraged to take risks. Most of all, the staff are a team who support each other, welcome others and provide positive role models for all.
Arranging a visit to Windmill Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office.2527@windmill.oxon.sch.uk.
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