Job Title: Deputy Head Teacher (Non-class based with some teaching responsibility)  

School: St John’s CofE Primary School 

Salary: Leadership Scale (Commensurate with experience) 

Start Date: September 2026

Are you ready to lead with vision and heart?

At St John’s CofE Primary School, our vision is simple yet profound: ‘Life in all its Fullness’ (John 10:10) . We are looking for an exceptional, forward-thinking leader to join our thriving Senior Leadership Team and help steer our three pillars of Aspiration, Wellbeing, and Global Citizenship.

The Role

This is a pivotal leadership position designed for an individual who is passionate about both high-level strategy and the day-to-day magic of the classroom. You will:

• Lead our Inclusion Team: Oversee the SENCO, SEND Facilitator, Wellbeing Mentor, and school therapy team to ensure no child is left behind.
  
  

• Drive Curriculum Innovation: Act as the lead professional in crafting a rich, well-planned curriculum full of enrichment.
  
  

• Be a Digital Pioneer: Champion "PedTech" and the use of AI to enhance learning and school life.
  
  

• Model Excellence: Act as a deputy DSL and a beacon of "Trauma Informed" (TPP) practice.

  
  

  Why Join Us?

• A Collaborative: Draw on the collective expertise of 16 schools within the Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust.
  
  

• Your Wellbeing Matters: We offer an annual term-time wellbeing day, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
  
  

• Professional Growth: Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme and bespoke CPD, including training in cutting-edge AI and PedTech.
  

  
  We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who:

• You are a reflective, motivated leader
• QTS and at least five years of primary teaching experience.
• You don't just manage; you inspire.
• You have a proven track record of raising standards and a genuine enthusiasm for building deep-rooted partnerships with parents and the wider community.

In return we can offer:

• Friendly experienced team

• Excellent CPD and the opportunity to draw on the knowledge and expertiese of staff across 16 schools.

• Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme

• A wellbeing package including an annual term time wellbeing day and Employee Assistance Programme 

• Cycle to work scheme

Would you like to see our vision in action? We warmly encourage potential applicants to contact the school to arrange a visit with our Head Teacher.