Deputy Headteacher

Job Introduction

Job Title:  Deputy Headteacher
Salary: £60,145 - £66,368 per annum
Hours: Full time

Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026 (earlier if possible; phased starts also considered over the summer term) 
Location:  Red Hill CE Primary School 
Permanent 

Head Teacher: Ms Jolanda Simmonds

Due to the promotion to headship of our existing Deputy Headteacher, the Governors and staff of our large church school are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Deputy Headteacher to work as part of our dynamic and forward-thinking leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and committed leader to play a key role in shaping the future direction of our school. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher, Governors and wider leadership team to maintain and further develop the school’s strong Christian ethos, high standards of teaching and learning, and inclusive, caring environment. We are looking for an inspirational practitioner with a proven track record of leadership, a passion for school improvement and the ability to motivate and support staff and pupils alike.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a proven track record of high-quality teaching & learning within the primary age range.
• Have experience of working at leadership level within a school setting 
• Have a clear understanding of the curriculum and assessment for learning
• Be able to lead a phase of the school (KS1 or KS2) as part of their role
• Have high expectations for our children’s progress and overall achievement
• Take an imaginative and creative approach to curriculum planning that captures the children’s interest
• Be forward thinking,innovative and highly energetic 
• Have a passion for quality teaching and learning, enabling the best outcomes for our children
• Be able to work well as part of our whole school team and school community
• Support our Christian ethos as a church school

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to work alongside a dedicated,friendly and committed team of staff
• Children who are enthusiastic, well behaved and eager to learn
• A supportive school community of staff,parents and Governors
• A commitment to your professional development
• A central location

Our school is a committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS and online checks.

Please contact the school office if you have any questions on office@redhill.worcs.sch.uk or 01905 352524. Please apply online by following the links below.

Visits are warmly welcomed and recommended: please contact our school office and speak to Mrs Ange Green to arrange a tour time with Ms Jolanda Simmonds.

TOUR DATES  

Monday 23 February 2026 @ 10:00 

Wednesday 25 February 2026 @ 09:30

Monday 02 March 2026 @ 16:00

The closing date for applications is Friday 13 March 2026 @ 12:00

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 18 March 2026

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: Friday 13 March 2026 @ 12:00

Anticipated Interview Date: Wednesday 18 March 2026