Deputy Headteacher

The Governors and Headteacher of Park House Primary School are seeking a creative, committed and outstanding practitioner to join and help lead our team.

Do you have the energy and enthusiasm to contribute to the leadership and management of this caring, successful and popular school?

Are you looking to take the next step in your career?

This is an exciting leadership position that would suit a highly motivated, successful leader seeking a senior SLT post. Whether you are a leader looking for promotion into your first deputy head role, or an existing deputy headteacher, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for a leader who:

• Is a recent outstanding classroom practitioner, being able to fulfil the role of the classroom teacher whilst working at a strategic level,
• Has proven successful leadership experience,
• Has good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills,
• Has a commitment to teamwork and high standards,
• Has an effective knowledge and recent experience of School Improvement Strategies, offering clear, inspirational ideas for raising educational standards in all areas of the school,
• Has proven impact, leading by example, who will inspire and challenge our pupils enabling them to be the best they can be,
• Has an inclusive approach and will lead SEND across the school (this will depend on candidate’s skills/experience),
• Is a good team player, being able to work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance provision,
• Is able to foster good relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider community,
• Can work to further develop our ‘Good’ OFSTED rating,
• Is committed to safeguarding the welfare of our pupils.

We can offer:

• The opportunity to work closely alongside the Headteacher,
• Dedicated Leadership time,
• Excellent career development opportunities,
• The opportunity to work with a dedicated, professional, team of staff; supportive Governors and parents; and happy, hardworking and friendly pupils,
• A wonderful, friendly and welcoming place to work.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with proven successful teaching experience, drive and commitment, who wishes to be given every opportunity to develop their potential, and further their career, in the management of an exciting educational environment.

The Deputy role initially has a 3.5 day teaching commitment with a job share and 1.5 days management responsibility/PPA.

In return, Park House Primary School offers a warm and friendly environment with a dedicated, professional and supportive staff team. Please look at our website www.parkhouse.derbyshire.co.uk to learn more about our school.

Prospective candidates to start on 13th April 2026.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and actively encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment on 01246 851185

Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 9th February 2026.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.