Deputy Headteacher at Thameside Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/TPS/55974

Location

Cotman Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5NL

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Part-Time/Full-Time

Salary

£57,137.00 - £63,070.00 Annually (FTE)
Leadership Pay Scale L5 - L9. Part time applications will be considered

Hours Per Week

32.5

Weeks Per Year

Fixed Term End Date

Sun 28th Feb, 2027

Closing Date

9:00am, Wed 3rd Jun, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

Interview date to be confirmed

Interview Date(s) Interview date to be confirmed

About this Role

Due to the promotion of the existing DHT at Thameside we are looking for an aspirational school leader, looking for a deputy headship in a forward thinking and creative school? The post would start 1^st September 2026 and will be for a fixed period to at least February 2027. The post is open to Full Time or Part Time interest. You will need to get approval from your existing school to be released for this period of time to be considered.

We are seeking a leader with a clear moral purpose—someone who understands what highly effective primary education looks like and has the talent, insight and determination to work with the whole school community to drive improvement. This role has a particular focus on Inclusion, including Pastoral Care and Behaviour along with expertise in the classroom.

The post will have some elements of teaching (but you would not be designated a class of your own).

We welcome applications from candidates:

With a strong vision for inclusive, high‑quality primary education, and the ability to translate that vision into meaningful action
Who can inspire, motivate and challenge both children and adults, fostering ambition and high expectations
Who can provide effective day‑to‑day leadership, supporting the Head of School through excellent management, communication and decision‑making
Who will make a significant contribution to delivering the school’s strategic priorities and long‑term development

If you are interested please contact Louise Warren for more information and to register an interest lwarren@cambrianlt.org

Please register an interest by 22^nd May 2026.

Cambrian Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ communities.