## Deputy Headteacher### We are searching for the best education professionals* Deputy HeadteacherNEWFast Apply# Deputy HeadteacherEmployerLocation: Melton Mowbray, LeicestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: L6 – L10 (£58,569 TO £64,691 per annum)Posted: 1st October 2025Start Date: 1st January 2026Expires: 22nd October 2025 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 1st January 2026Job ID: 1511788Start Date: 1st January 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1511788* Share :**Deputy Headteacher****Swallowdale Primary School****Permanent****100%****L6 – L10 (£58,569 TO £64,691 per annum)****Start Date:** 1st January 2026 (negotiable to August for the right candidate)**Application Close Date:** 9am, Wednesday 22nd October 2025**Provisional Interview Date:** Tuesday 28th October 2025An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Swallowdale Primary School as a Deputy Headteacher.We are seeking an ambitious and compassionate Deputy Headteacher, on a full-time permanent basis, with a proven track record of improving outcomes in KS2 to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our school and ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, and pupil achievement.**Are you:****The ideal candidate will:**• Be an advocate for our school; living and modelling our school vision and values.• Be an experienced leader with proven success in improving outcomes in Key Stage 2.• Be passionate about teaching, learning and the curriculum across the whole school; taking a lead on this for school improvement.• Be an excellent classroom practitioner• Be approachable, trusted, and able to build positive relationships across the school community.• Show resilience and a calm, flexible approach to day-to-day leadership.This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Swallowdale Primary School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.At Swallowdale, we are on an exciting journey. Having launched our Fly High Together strategy 12 months ago, we are embedding our ambitious vision into everyday practice, creating a school community where every child and adult feels they truly belong.The Deputy Headteacher role includes both a teaching commitment and dedicated leadership time, reviewed annually in line with school needs**In return we offer:**• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes• Dedicated leadership time• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).**Applications**Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school:To apply for this position:1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy2. Apply using the online application form3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position and address the following questions:**ACCESSIBILITY…**If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.**SAFEGUARDING…**Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.**INCLUSION…**At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Swallowdale Primary 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 Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).### Swallowdale Primary SchoolPart of### Bradgate Education Partnership
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