Deputy Headteacher Permanent full-time post Non-class based Leadership Spine Points L7-L13 Sussex Learning Trust are seeking to appoint a motivated and professional individual to fulfil the duties of the Deputy Head of Billingshurst Primary Academy and support the Headteacher and the leadership team to provide vision, leadership and direction for the academy and ensure that the school is managed and organised to meet the aims and values which have been established by all stakeholders. We are looking for someone with: A professional level of interaction with colleagues and the ability to establish and maintain productive relationships to lead, motivate, support, challenge and develop staff to secure improvement High ambition with the aim of continually improving the quality of teaching and learning in the academy A proven understanding of the roles of others in the academy and supporting them in fulfilling these roles Excellent relationships with children and a real love of the job In return we will offer you: A strong leadership team and supportive Headteacher committed to your development A fabulous team of teachers and support staff Opportunities for CPD to support the development of your career Positive, happy children who want to learn and enjoy school Parents who make a significant contribution in supporting the development of the school Applications are welcome from experienced teachers. ECTs need not apply. Visits to the school are welcomed. If you would like to arrange a tour or to discuss the role further please contact the school office: 01403 782789 or office@billingshurstprimary.org.uk to arrange a video/phone call with the head teacher. Alternatively, further information and an application form are available on this microsite: https://sites.google.com/sussexlearningtrust.co.uk/dht-recruitment-bhpa/home?authuser=0 Please email your completed application form and covering letter to office@billingshurstprimary.org.uk or post to Billingshurst Primary Academy, Station Road, Billingshurst, RH14 9RE Closing date/shortlisting: 10am 24/04/26 Interview date: 1/05/26 and 5/5/26 We reserve the right to interview before the shortlisting date for the right candidate. Sussex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to the equality of opportunity. It expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full disclosure and barring service check before appointment is confirmed, along with other relevant pre-employment checks which will include online searches relating to shortlisted candidates.