Deputy Headteacher - Smallwood Primary school - Greater London
Salary: £81,120 - £88,496 per annum (L14 to L18) Job Introduction
Required for September 2026
Smallwood Primary school is a 1 form entry school with a Language Unit consisting of 45 pupils. We are a school moving forward with purpose to improve the quality of teaching and learning with a commitment to raising standards. We have an ongoing commitment to improving standards for all pupils and to further developing our provision and drive to meet with needs of all pupils. We require an experienced senior leader to join our school as Deputy Headteacher. The successful applicant will provide outstanding leadership and management of the school’s systems ensuring the active participation, learning and achievement of all pupils in our inclusive school.
The successful candidate will need to:
* Be an exemplary teacher
* Have a proven record of strong management and leadership skills
* Have a passion for children’s learning and development
* Be able to accept challenges, inspire and motivate others
* Have a desire to achieve and raise standards
* Be a committed team member
* Have the ability to engage the whole school community
* Be prepared to bring fresh perspectives to new Education initiatives
* To have a sound working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice including experience of the CAF and MAP (Multi-Agency Planning) processes as they relate to SEN provision in schools.
We offer:
* A caring and supportive whole school community, culturally diverse and inclusive
* A dynamic and dedicated staff, committed to pupil success
* A creative environment, open to innovation
* Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
All shortlisted candidates will be observed teaching.
The candidates will be positive and enthusiastic in their approach and will seek to provide the opportunity for the children they are working with to achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.
This is an exciting time to join Smallwood’s team as there are opportunities for forward thinking, passionate individuals to play a significant part in further developing our school.
Visit to the school are warmly welcomed and have been arranged for:
22nd April at 9.30am
Please email to arrange a visit to the school.
For further information and to apply please download an application and details below.
Completed application should be returned to the school by email -
Closing date: 30 April 2026 (at noon)
Interviews: Week Commencing 04 May 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to a DBS check.
CVs are not accepted.
Smallwood Primary School & Children’s Centre
Smallwood Road
Tooting SW17 0TW
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Headteacher: Mrs. F. Loudon