11 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026 or January 2027 if appropriate

  • Closing date

    22 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    11 June 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Deputy headteacher
  • SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)

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

L6 to L11 Inner London

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an ambitious leader who:

  • Has experience of leading change and is passionately committed to putting pupil’s learning at the core of school development.
  • Has high expectations of the whole school community and is committed to deliver outstanding teaching and learning.
  • Works with all stakeholders and external agencies to improve outcomes for pupils
  • Is highly visible and approachable, a calm and confident communicator determined to provide opportunities for our children to equip themselves with the skills for lifelong learning.
  • Will be responsible for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SENDCO)

What the school offers its staff

In return we can offer you:

  • A competitive salary with fantastic networking and professional development opportunities through the GU MAT, Ealing Learning Partnership and working with External advisors. These would include support to undertake relevant formal qualifications.
  • A supportive school community including parents, staff, Trustees and Governors with close links to other Ealing Schools.
  • Car parking and overground train link to the Elizabeth Line

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.

If you wish to apply, please complete the application form with a supporting statement which references the requirements of the Person Specification. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 020 8998 2479.

Successful applicants will be invited to attend the interview day on Monday 6th July and information regarding this will be shared by email following shortlisting on Monday 22nd June.

Start Date: September 2026. We are seeking the best possible candidate for this role and therefore welcome discussions regarding alternative start dates where necessary.

We look forward to receiving your application by 12 noon on Monday 22nd June.

Woodlands Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We value diversity within our workforce and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive.

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Woodlands Academy

School type
Academy, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
186 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
020 8998 2479

Woodlands Academy is a vibrant and diverse one form entry school at the heart of the local community. We are proud to be an inclusive, nurturing, caring and successful school community that is ambitious for all its pupils, working with their families to help them thrive and acquire the foundational skills and knowledge they need to meet their full potential.

Arranging a visit to Woodlands Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@woodlands.ealing.sch.uk.

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