Deputy Headteacher

Witham St Hughs Academy, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 9WF

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter 2026

• Closing date

  28 January 2026 at 8:54am

• Date listed

  7 January 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
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £61,534 - £67,898 (L8 - L12)

Deputy Headteacher job summary

Deputy Headteacher - Leadership Scale L8–L12

Partial teaching commitment – non classroom based

This is an exceptional opportunity to join Witham St Hughs Academy at an exciting stage in its journey and play a pivotal role in our relentless drive for continued improvement and excellence.

We are seeking an inspiring, ambitious and values-driven Deputy Headteacher to help shape the future of our Academy and make a lasting impact on the lives of our children.

Witham St Hughs is a vibrant, forward-thinking Academy at the heart of a thriving and supportive community. As part of the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, we are proud of our strong culture, high expectations and unwavering commitment to providing the very best educational experiences for every child.

The successful candidate will be a highly effective practitioner and leader with a proven track record of securing outstanding outcomes for pupils. You will be passionate about teaching and learning, committed to inclusion and equity, and motivated by the opportunity to influence strategic direction and school improvement.

Our vision is to prepare our children for the challenges, opportunities and innovations of the 21st century, ensuring they are confident, curious and resilient learners who are valued for who they are.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:

• Has exceptional knowledge and understanding of high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum design
• Has a strong track record of securing excellent pupil outcomes
• Demonstrates innovation and creativity in curriculum development
• Understands the importance of high attendance and positive school culture
• Has proven experience across KS1 and KS2
• Possesses an in-depth understanding of the Ofsted framework
• Actively contributes to the professional growth and development of staff
• Shows clear leadership ambition and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic learning environment

This role offers you the opportunity to:

• Develop further as a strategic leader within a supportive and ambitious Trust
• Work with enthusiastic, motivated children who love learning and bring joy to the classroom
• Play a key role in shaping the ongoing development of the Academy within L.E.A.D. Academy Trust
• Join a highly skilled, collaborative and professional staff team with shared values and aspirations
• Embrace and champion the culture and ethos of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust
• Access high-quality professional development and networking opportunities across the Trust

If you are an inspirational leader with the drive to make a real difference, we would welcome your application.

Visits to the Academy are welcomed. Please contact the school to arrange a visit.

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

Lead Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All Pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”. All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview

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.

About Witham St Hughs Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 408 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Witham St Hughs Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/witham-st-hughs-academy

Due to promotion Witham St Hughs Academy is recruiting a Headteacher to join us from January 2026 or earlier, if possible.

Witham St. Highs is a warm and welcoming place, where children thrive in a forward thinking environment. Our academy sits in the heart of a community and strives to provide every child with access to a high-quality curriculum that fosters 'Lifelong Learning.' We equally have very strong relationships with parents and carers, who actively contribute to the academy's vision and values.

Witham St Hughs Academy is at the forefront a number of national initiatives. As the DfE accredited English Hub and Teaching School Hub, the Headteacher will have the opportunity to work alongside the Teaching School Hub Director and team to shape and develop new initiatives, host DfE and other showcase events to exemplify effective practices and play a key role in developing a high-quality continuing professional development (CPD) program for other schools.

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