Shrubland Street Primary is a vibrant, inclusive school at the heart of the diverse community in Leamington Spa. We are committed to delivering a high-quality education for every child, and our curriculum is designed to give pupils the knowledge, confidence, and cultural capital they need to thrive. We are seeking an inspirational, experienced, and forward-thinking Deputy Headteacher to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who is passionate about school improvement, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact across the whole school. We are looking for a leader who: • Has a proven track record of improving outcomes and leading whole school priorities. • Is an excellent communicator who can motivate and inspire staff, pupils, and families. • Has strong pedagogical knowledge and the ability to coach, develop, and support colleagues. • Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding, and the wellbeing of every child. • Can analyse data effectively to inform decision making and accelerate progress. • Demonstrates resilience, ambition, and a collaborative approach to leadership. What We Can Offer You: At Shrubland Street Primary, we are proud of our innovative and inclusive approach to teaching and learning. In return for your dedication, we offer: • A diverse and welcoming school community where every child is valued. • A highly committed staff team who work collaboratively to support pupil success. • A strong culture of professional development and leadership growth. • A curriculum that encourages creativity, curiosity, and excellence. • Opportunities to shape whole school strategy and drive continuous improvement. • A supportive governing body with a clear vision for the school’s future. • A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and achievable workload expectations. Why Join Us? As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the school. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic leadership in an environment that values innovation, inclusion, and collaboration. Whether you are an experienced senior leader or an aspiring leader ready to take the next step, we would be delighted to hear from you. We look forward to receiving your application and sharing more about our wonderful school. Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the role. We are required to compare your application form to the person specification and may require further details and proof at interview. We expect all applicants to visit the school. Please telephone 01926 426976 or email admin@shrublandstreetprimary.co.uk to arrange a suitable time. Closing date - 12th April 2026 Interview date - 20th April 2026 Shrubland Street 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 subject to all necessary pre-employment checks including enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide 2 suitable references. Please note that an online search will be conducted as part of the due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. Rehabilitation of Offenders This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore, the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students. This policy is available on our website. We are unable to accept CVs so please apply using the application form attached and email to admin@shrublandstreetprimary.co.uk