St Mary's CE Primary School (Bridport) is looking for a Deputy Headteacher to lead our fantastic team. The role is full‑time and permanent, with an expected start date of 1 September 2026.
Actual Salary: £53,069 – £58,569 per annum (Leadership Scale L2 to L6)
Key Responsibilities
* Deputising for the Headteacher and driving whole‑school improvement
* Coaching, mentoring, and developing teaching staff to ensure outstanding outcomes
* Leading on teaching and learning, curriculum design and assessment tracking
Experience Of
* Achieving high standards and relentless in securing strong outcomes for all children
* Church school education experience
* Effectively leading/motivating children and staff and developing team approaches
* Improving outcomes for all children
* Experience of leading teaching and learning, curriculum and assessment across the school
* Experience of devising schemes of work
Knowledge Of
* Current national educational priorities, developments and strategies which meet the needs of all children
* Recent legislation, developments and initiatives in primary education
* The latest developments in safeguarding and child protection
* Understanding schools’ statutory responsibilities regarding the needs and care of students with SEND
* Understanding of data analysis
* Ability to analyse and present data effectively including progress and behaviour information
* Ability to lead, manage and prioritise effectively
* Ability to establish a positive ethos with an accent on high achievement for all
* Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing at all levels
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Ability to set clear expectations and parameters and to hold others to account for their performance
A current driving licence and your own transport are essential for travel across the Trust’s multiple sites and schools.
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