* Job type:Headship, Deputy or Assistant Head
* Contract:Permanent
* Work pattern:Full-time
* Salary:Please see below
* Date posted: Tuesday 12 May 2026
* Closing date for applications: Monday 1 June 2026
* Employer:Cumberland Council
Deputy Head Teacher (Full Time)
(For the right candidate, a November 2026 start date can be negotiated)
Inglewood Nursery and Infant School is a vibrant, friendly and inclusive school in Carlisle. We are proud to serve children aged 2–7, with a large and well-established Early Years department. We also maintain strong transition links with Inglewood Junior School, working closely to ensure our pupils are fully prepared for the move from Year 2 into Year 3.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Deputy Head Teacher to join our committed and experienced team, strengthening our leadership capacity and helping drive continued school improvement.
The Role
The successful candidate will:
* Lead whole-school curriculum development
* Have strategic responsibility for reading across the school
* Be a member of the Attendance Team
* Undertake the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
* Hold a Key Stage 1 teaching commitment, with associated classroom responsibilities
This is a full-time position.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
* Is an excellent classroom practitioner
* Has a secure understanding of the Early Years and Key Stage 1 curriculum
* Is committed to providing high-quality learning experiences for all pupils
* Has demonstrated leadership potential, with experience of senior or middle leadership responsibilities
* Values and actively pursues professional development
* Understands the importance of positive relationships with families and the wider community
* Our staff team is deeply committed to delivering the best possible education while fostering a nurturing, safe and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
Visits and Further Information
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit or request further information, please contact the school office:
* 01228 558774
* admin@inglewood-inf.cumbria.sch.uk
Key Dates:
* Closing date: Monday 1 June 2026
* Shortlisting: Tuesday 2 June 2026
* Interviews: Week commencing 8 June 2026
Inglewood Community Nursery and Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
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