Deputy Headteacher
Wolverham Primary and Nursery School, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 5AT87 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2026
Closing date
29 September 2025 at 9am
Date listed
3 July 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
Pay scale
- L8-L12
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an inspirational leader with:
Proven leadership experience in a primary setting
A passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for all pupils
A strong track record of leading improvements in teaching, learning, and assessment
High expectations, moral purpose, and a relentless focus on pupil success
The ability to motivate, develop, and inspire colleagues
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The aspiration to develop as a senior leader within a supportive Trust
What the school offers its staff
An exciting opportunity to lead, influence, and grow
Are you an ambitious, values-driven school leader ready to take the next step? Do you want to make a lasting difference to children’s lives, develop your leadership, and shape the future of an inclusive, thriving primary school?
Wolverham Primary School is seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated leadership team. This is a key role for an outstanding individual who shares our belief that every child can succeed and that excellent leadership unlocks potential — for pupils, staff, and the wider community.
A committed, ambitious, and supportive leadership team
The chance to shape innovative teaching and learning strategies
Opportunities for professional growth within a values-led Trust: challenge, commitment and collaboration
The chance to influence both school and Trust-wide priorities
A welcoming school community where staff wellbeing and collaboration matter
Pupils who are eager to learn, are respectful and full of potential
Further details about the role
An exciting opportunity to lead, influence, and grow
Are you an ambitious, values-driven school leader ready to take the next step? Do you want to make a lasting difference to children’s lives, develop your leadership, and shape the future of an inclusive, thriving primary school?
Wolverham Primary School is seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated leadership team. This is a key role for an outstanding individual who shares our belief that every child can succeed and that excellent leadership unlocks potential — for pupils, staff, and the wider community.
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant, welcoming school that is proud to be part of a forward-thinking Trust. As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in leading school improvement, enhancing teaching and learning, and securing the best possible outcomes for every child.
You will work closely with the Headteacher and the Director of Education, contributing to the strategic direction of the school while having a visible and impactful role in daily school life. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to wider Trust priorities and benefit from high-quality professional development.
What We Offer
A committed, ambitious, and supportive leadership team
The chance to shape innovative teaching and learning strategies
Opportunities for professional growth within a values-led Trust: challenge, commitment and collaboration
The chance to influence both school and Trust-wide priorities
A welcoming school community where staff wellbeing and collaboration matter
Pupils who are eager to learn, are respectful and full of potential
Key Responsibilities
Lead on teaching, learning, and curriculum development across the school
Drive school improvement priorities, ensuring the highest standards of pupil progress and attainment
Coach, mentor, and develop staff at all levels to build sustainable excellence
Play a key role in safeguarding, behaviour, and inclusion to create a positive, nurturing learning environment
Strengthen relationships with families, governors, and external partners
Contribute to the wider work of the Trust, including collaboration with other schools where appropriate
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking an inspirational leader with:
Proven leadership experience in a primary setting
A passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for all pupils
A strong track record of leading improvements in teaching, learning, and assessment
High expectations, moral purpose, and a relentless focus on pupil success
The ability to motivate, develop, and inspire colleagues
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The aspiration to develop as a senior leader within a supportive Trust
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your completed application form and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to Jenni Ogden – head@wolverham.cheshire.sch.uk by 9am on 29.9.25.
Shortlisting: 01.10.25
Lesson observations: Week commencing 6.10.25
Interviews: Week commencing 13.10.25
We strongly encourage prospective candidates to visit Wolverham Primary School to experience our welcoming atmosphere, meet our pupils, and see our ambitious vision in action.
Please be aware that the school office is closed until the 1st September and emails will not be responded to until then.
To book onto a visit or for more information, please contact Lindsey Tonks, our school admin assistant, on admin@wolverham.cheshire.sch.uk or call the school on 01513515133
Visit dates
Monday 8th September 2025 at 4pm
Monday 15th September 2025 at 4:30pm
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
Wolverham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks as part of our safer recruitment process.
We look forward to welcoming an outstanding Deputy Headteacher to our team!
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
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to head@wolverham.cheshire.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Wolverham Primary and Nursery School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 301 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Wolverham Primary and Nursery School website
- Email address
- head@wolverham.cheshire.sch.uk
Wolverham Primary and Nursery School is a one form entry primary school located in the heart of a busy community in Ellesmere Port. We also operate a 2 and 3 year old provision which offers paid and funded places (15 and 30 hours) and many of our pupils start with us at the age of 2 and remain with us until they are ready for high school.
We want all our pupils to be inspired and love learning, be confident in who they are and leave us with the skills and knowledge required to take on the next step of their school journey. Through our half-termly key words - identity, courage, power, change, choices and unity - we have built a curriculum which will continue to evolve and develop over the next few years. Our pupils’ personal development is at the heart of all we do with a range of exciting trips, residential visits, visitors and learning experiences built into each topic.
Our school operates as a community where everyone’s voice is important and is heard. We are proud of our diverse school and we strive to be inclusive, with a significantly higher number of pupils with identified SEND and additional needs.
Arranging a visit to Wolverham Primary and Nursery School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@wolverham.cheshire.sch.uk.
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