Deputy Headteacher - Redlands Primary School
| Posting date: | 09 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £55,747 to £61,534 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 April 2026 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Reading Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SCH3362 |
Summary
Full time, Permanent - Start date: September 2026
Redlands Primary School is seeking to appoint a thoughtful, principled and highly capable Deputy Headteacher to join our leadership team.
This is a significant leadership role within a small, inclusive and ambitious school. The successful candidate will play a key part in ensuring that the school’s strategic direction translates into consistent, high-quality classroom practice and strong outcomes for pupils.
Redlands is part of the East Reading Federation, working closely with Alfred Sutton Primary School. Our schools collaborate professionally and strategically while maintaining their own strong identities and communities.
About the Role
The Deputy Headteacher will combine classroom teaching with strategic leadership:
· 2 days teaching
· 3 days leadership
The role has a strong focus on teaching and learning, staff development and pupil progress, alongside contributing to the wider leadership of the school.
Key aspects of the role include:
· Providing visible day-to-day leadership within the school
· Line managing teaching staff and supporting professional development
· Leading pupil progress processes and ensuring strong outcomes for pupils
· Leading WalkThrus instructional coaching to support high-quality teaching
· Supporting inclusion, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding systems
· Acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
· Working closely with federation deputy headteachers to implement strategic priorities
About Redlands
Redlands Primary School is a one-form entry school with a strong community ethos and a clear commitment to inclusion, aspiration and diversity.
About You
We are looking for a leader who:
· Is an excellent classroom practitioner
· Is committed to inclusive education and high expectations
· Can support and develop colleagues through coaching and professional dialogue
· Builds strong relationships with pupils, staff and families
· Is calm, reflective and principled in their leadership
This role would suit an experienced middle leader or existing senior leader ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.
We offer:
· Strong relationships between staff and pupils
· a supportive and reflective professional culture
· a commitment to inclusive practice and high expectations for all children
· a leadership team focused on thoughtful, sustainable improvement
Visits to the School
Prospective candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school to understand our context and meet members of the team. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office at RL-bursar@eastreadingfederation.co.uk
The Headteacher will be available during visits to discuss the role and the school in more detail.
To Apply
To find out more information please visit our website https://www.redlandsschool.co.uk, or contact Liz Newton – School Business Manager at rl-bursar@eastreadingfederation.co.uk
• Closing Date: Monday 13 April 2026
• Shortlisting: Week commencing 13 April 2026
• Interviews: Week commencing 27 April 2026
East Reading Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Redlands Primary School is seeking to appoint a thoughtful, principled and highly capable Deputy Headteacher to join our leadership team.
This is a significant leadership role within a small, inclusive and ambitious school. The successful candidate will play a key part in ensuring that the school’s strategic direction translates into consistent, high-quality classroom practice and strong outcomes for pupils.
Redlands is part of the East Reading Federation, working closely with Alfred Sutton Primary School. Our schools collaborate professionally and strategically while maintaining their own strong identities and communities.
About the Role
The Deputy Headteacher will combine classroom teaching with strategic leadership:
· 2 days teaching
· 3 days leadership
The role has a strong focus on teaching and learning, staff development and pupil progress, alongside contributing to the wider leadership of the school.
Key aspects of the role include:
· Providing visible day-to-day leadership within the school
· Line managing teaching staff and supporting professional development
· Leading pupil progress processes and ensuring strong outcomes for pupils
· Leading WalkThrus instructional coaching to support high-quality teaching
· Supporting inclusion, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding systems
· Acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
· Working closely with federation deputy headteachers to implement strategic priorities
About Redlands
Redlands Primary School is a one-form entry school with a strong community ethos and a clear commitment to inclusion, aspiration and diversity.
About You
We are looking for a leader who:
· Is an excellent classroom practitioner
· Is committed to inclusive education and high expectations
· Can support and develop colleagues through coaching and professional dialogue
· Builds strong relationships with pupils, staff and families
· Is calm, reflective and principled in their leadership
This role would suit an experienced middle leader or existing senior leader ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.
We offer:
· Strong relationships between staff and pupils
· a supportive and reflective professional culture
· a commitment to inclusive practice and high expectations for all children
· a leadership team focused on thoughtful, sustainable improvement
Visits to the School
Prospective candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school to understand our context and meet members of the team. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office at RL-bursar@eastreadingfederation.co.uk
The Headteacher will be available during visits to discuss the role and the school in more detail.
To Apply
To find out more information please visit our website https://www.redlandsschool.co.uk, or contact Liz Newton – School Business Manager at rl-bursar@eastreadingfederation.co.uk
• Closing Date: Monday 13 April 2026
• Shortlisting: Week commencing 13 April 2026
• Interviews: Week commencing 27 April 2026
East Reading Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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