Deputy Headteacher (Data & Safeguarding) - Allesley Primary School

The Deputy Headteacher will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership of Allesley Primary School, working closely with the Headteacher to ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, pupil achievement, and whole-school effectiveness. The postholder will lead on safeguarding, child protection, data analysis, assessment, and statutory reporting.

Someone who can:

• Support the Headteacher in strategic direction, day-to-day management, and school improvement, consistently modelling positivity and respect.
• Deputise for the Headteacher when required, demonstrating sound professional judgement.
• Lead and motivate staff to uphold the school’s vision and ethos.
• Monitor and support curriculum implementation alongside the Assistant Headteachers.
• Support the school’s attendance strategy, engaging positively with families.
• Attend Governing Body meetings and contribute to strategic decision-making.

Please see the attached documents for further information.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed – please contact our school office to arrange this on 02476 402611 or email admin@allesley.coventry.sch.uk after the Easter break. Alternatively, we are happy to organise a telephone conversation with the headteacher if this would be preferred.

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply.  This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.  

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing Date: 28th April 2026

Interview Date: From Tuesday 5th May onwards