Deputy Headteacher

Shorefields; Thundersley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant primary school in Thundersley is seeking an inspirational Deputy Headteacher to join their leadership team. The ideal candidate will have strong primary expertise, lead with integrity, and be dedicated to safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive school community. The closing date for applications is 22 January 2026, with interviews scheduled for the week commencing 2 February 2026.

Benefits

Supportive school community

Professional development opportunities

Enthusiastic and motivated pupils

Qualifications

• Excellent practitioner with strong primary expertise.
• Leader who leads with integrity, kindness and ambition.
• Ability to inspire, support and challenge staff.
• Strategic insight and a passion for school improvement.
• Commitment to safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Join the senior leadership team and shape the school's journey.

Job description

Thundersley Primary School Deputy Headteacher

Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 22/01/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: w/c 2nd February 2026

Thundersley Primary School
Leadership Scale: L8-L13
Start Date: 13 April 2026 or 1 September 2026

Due to the upcoming retirement of our long-serving Deputy Headteacher, we are seeking an inspirational, dedicated and child‑centred leader to join our senior leadership team and help shape the next stage of our school's journey.

Thundersley Primary School is a vibrant, nurturing and ambitious school where every child is encouraged to "Be the Best You Can Be." As part of Robus Multi Academy Trust, we work collaboratively with other local schools to strengthen teaching, leadership and staff development.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent practitioner with strong primary expertise
• Is a leader who leads with integrity, kindness and ambition
• Can inspire, support and challenge staff
• Has strategic insight and a passion for school improvement
• Is committed to safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion

We offer:

• A warm, supportive and caring school community
• Enthusiastic, motivated pupils who love learning
• A highly committed and experienced staff team
• Strong CPD and leadership opportunities through Robus MAT
• A school culture built on teamwork, respect and professional growth

Thundersley Primary School and Robus MAT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to enhanced DBS and references.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged - we would love to meet you.
Please contact Ann Waumsley through the school office on 01268 793251 to arrange a tour for January.

Closing date: Thursday 22 January 2026 at 12:00pm.
Interviews: Week commencing 2 February 2026.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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