Deputy Headteacher at Kidbrooke Park Primary School
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About this Role
Deputy Headteacher
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and experienced senior leader to join our school and make a meaningful impact within our community.
We are seeking an exceptional individual to work alongside the Headteacher, governors, staff, children and families to sustain and accelerate school improvement. This role is ideal for a leader who can think strategically while remaining fully engaged in the day-to-day life of the school.
The Role
As Deputy Headteacher, you will:
Support the Headteacher in the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the school, deputising in their absence
Ensure every pupil receives a high-quality education, achieves well and feels safe, supported and valued
Monitor, evaluate and improve teaching and learning, celebrating strong practice and addressing underperformance
Lead and develop staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, reflection and continuous professional growth
Play a key role in driving school improvement priorities and maintaining high standards across the school
Key Responsibilities
You will take a lead role across a range of whole-school priorities, including:
Safeguarding, Inclusion and Pupil Welfare
Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) and lead on safeguarding practice across the school
Fulfil the role of Looked After Children (LAC) / Previously Looked After Children (PLAC) lead
Champion diversity, equality and inclusion, ensuring all pupils feel safe, valued and supported
Oversee attendance, behaviour and pupil wellbeing, implementing effective strategies where needed
Monitor pupil premium provision and its impact
Quality of Education and Curriculum
Oversee curriculum leadership, supporting and developing subject leaders
Use data effectively to monitor progress, identify priorities
Staff Leadership and Operations
Line manage staff and support their development through coaching, feedback and PDWCs
Lead on staff deployment, including timetables, rotas and daily organisation
Oversee staff absence, including cover arrangements and return-to-work processes
Wider School Leadership
Ensure effective systems for recording and monitoring first aid and incidents
Oversee educational visits, including trips and risk assessments
Contribute to communication with families through newsletters and website content
Support the development of the school environment to ensure it reflects our values and supports learning
About You
We are looking for a leader who:
Is a teacher at heart, with the ability to inspire others and champion a broad, balanced and inclusive curriculum
Has a strong track record of raising standards and securing measurable impact in their current role
Is approachable, resilient and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage the demands of a dynamic school environment
Is committed to ongoing professional development, both for themselves and their colleagues
Has a deep understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, equality and current educational priorities
About Us
We are a research-engaged community, continually exploring innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Our ethos is rooted in mutual respect and a shared commitment to lifelong learning.
As part of The Compass Partnership of Schools, you will benefit from extensive opportunities for collaboration, professional development and leadership growth. The Trust is an innovative and forward-thinking group of schools, offering strong networks for sharing best practice and driving excellence.
This is also a particularly exciting time to join us, as The Compass Partnership will be merging with Eko Trust from 1st April 2026, creating even greater opportunities for collaboration and development.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please email kmerralls@compassps.uk to arrange.
Closing date: Monday 27th April at 09:00am
Shortlisting week of 27th April 2026
Interviews are planned for Thursday 7th May 2026
As part of the interview process you will be informed about the tasks you will undertake if you are shortlisted.
The post is for Deputy Headteacher
Interim fixed contract from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2027
We are an equal opportunities employer.
All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this will be assessed as part of the recruitment and selection process. If you are successful, you will be required to comply with the Trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures. An Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required for all posts.
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Contact Details
Karen Merralls
02088568315
kmerralls@compassps.uk
Kidbrooke Park Primary School
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