Grade / Salary: Leadership L9 – L13
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: January 2026 or sooner
Elm Tree Primary Academy is a specialist provision for autistic pupils with additional learning needs in Wednesbury. Elm Tree Primary Academy is a member of Victoria Academies Trust, which aims to build a family of outstanding schools. We are looking to appoint a Deputy Head Teacher to join the leadership of the school and welcome applications from teachers with a range of experience.
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and highly motivated Deputy Head Teacher who is:
* A creative thinker, passionate, committed and have the determination to secure the best possible outcomes for every child
* An innovative, highly motivated and inspirational leader with a proven track record
* Energetic, positive and have the ability to work effectively as part of our leadership team
* Willing to go the extra mile to make great things happen for our children
* At the cutting edge pf pedagogical research, theory and professional development
We can offer the successful candidate:
* A commitment to continuing professional development
* A supportive and hardworking staff team who are united in their drive to ensure children achieve the very best outcomes academically and socially
* Friendly and happy children who are keen and eager to learn
* Happy to discuss flexible working
Elm Tree Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
For further information or to arrange a school viewing please contact Beki Jackson (BSO) on 0121 285 2880.
Closing Date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Interviews: Week commencing: 8th December 2025
For more information or to apply, please follow this link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149156/EDV-2025-ETPA-01490
There is an expectation that candidates will be observed teaching
Elm Tree Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our recruitment process.
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure which confirms the appointee is not on the Children’s Barred list being obtained. If you are shortlisted you will be asked to disclose any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).
Hours
Full-time
Grade
Leadership L9 – L13
Location
Elm Tree Primary Academy, Friar Park Road, Wednesbury, WS10 0TB
Contract
Permanent
Closing Date
3rd December 2025 at 9am
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