Deputy Headteacher
| Posting date: | 14 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 April 2026 |
| Location: | Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD2 1JP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | a1597380-4991-49d2-95e1-641d27bae5c2 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join Christ Church CE Academy at an exciting point in its journey. This is a role for a values-driven, aspirational leader who believes passionately that every child—regardless of background—deserves an outstanding education, rich opportunities and the highest expectations.
Our children are truly delightful: curious, warm and eager to learn. They are supported by a hardworking, committed staff team who care deeply about one another and about the community they serve. You will work alongside supportive parents and carers who value education and partnership, and within the strong, forward-thinking framework of our Local Academy Board and Enhance Trust, which provides challenge, encouragement and high-quality professional support.
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who can inspire excellence in teaching and learning, strengthen inclusive practice, and help shape a school culture where ambition and hope are key. You will play a key role in driving sustained improvement and ensuring every child is enabled to “live life in all its fullness.”
We are looking for: an inspiring and reflective leader with a strong moral purpose and high aspirations for all. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a clear understanding of effective teaching and learning across the whole Primary Age Range, and the ability to lead and support others to improve practice. You will be resilient, compassionate and solutions-focused, with the confidence to work in a challenging context and the humility to learn alongside others. A commitment to child-centred leadership is essential.
You will be joining a warm, ambitious school community where children are a joy to teach, staff work hard for one another, and parents are supportive and engaged. You will benefit from the backing of a forward-thinking Trust that invests in professional development, values collaboration and supports courageous leadership. This role offers a rare opportunity to combine meaningful leadership responsibility with significant classroom practice, to shape the future of the school, and to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and families. Teaching commitment is likely to be 0.5.
If you would like further information about the role please contact:
Margaret Farrell, Headteacher Designate: office@christchurch.enhanceacad.org.uk / 01484 226595.
To find out more about the Academy, please visit our website:www.christchurchcofeacademy.co.uk
Enhance Academy Trust has an absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS. Online checks will also be completed for shortlisted candidates. The Trust values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all.
Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.
Selection Timeline
Closing Date: Wednesday 15th April 2026 by 12 noon
Interviews: W/B Monday 20th April 2026.
What the school offers its staff
We also offer:
• Physical and mental health support from a team of experienced nurses, counsellors, therapists, physiotherapists, consultants plus NHS GPs and private medical services
• GP consultations with experienced NHS doctors are available for our employees and members of their household, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and prescriptions (which have to be paid for) can be delivered to local chemists
• Free annual flu jab
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
• A paid annual Wellbeing Day – a time for you to use the day for an activity which promotes your own individual health and wellbeing
Commitment to safeguarding
Christ Church CE Academy has an absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Online checks will be made on all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join Christ Church CE Academy at an exciting point in its journey. This is a role for a values-driven, aspirational leader who believes passionately that every child—regardless of background—deserves an outstanding education, rich opportunities and the highest expectations.
Our children are truly delightful: curious, warm and eager to learn. They are supported by a hardworking, committed staff team who care deeply about one another and about the community they serve. You will work alongside supportive parents and carers who value education and partnership, and within the strong, forward-thinking framework of our Local Academy Board and Enhance Trust, which provides challenge, encouragement and high-quality professional support.
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who can inspire excellence in teaching and learning, strengthen inclusive practice, and help shape a school culture where ambition and hope are key. You will play a key role in driving sustained improvement and ensuring every child is enabled to “live life in all its fullness.”
We are looking for: an inspiring and reflective leader with a strong moral purpose and high aspirations for all. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a clear understanding of effective teaching and learning across the whole Primary Age Range, and the ability to lead and support others to improve practice. You will be resilient, compassionate and solutions-focused, with the confidence to work in a challenging context and the humility to learn alongside others. A commitment to child-centred leadership is essential.
You will be joining a warm, ambitious school community where children are a joy to teach, staff work hard for one another, and parents are supportive and engaged. You will benefit from the backing of a forward-thinking Trust that invests in professional development, values collaboration and supports courageous leadership. This role offers a rare opportunity to combine meaningful leadership responsibility with significant classroom practice, to shape the future of the school, and to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and families. Teaching commitment is likely to be 0.5.
If you would like further information about the role please contact:
Margaret Farrell, Headteacher Designate: office@christchurch.enhanceacad.org.uk / 01484 226595.
To find out more about the Academy, please visit our website:www.christchurchcofeacademy.co.uk
Enhance Academy Trust has an absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS. Online checks will also be completed for shortlisted candidates. The Trust values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all.
Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.
Selection Timeline
Closing Date: Wednesday 15th April 2026 by 12 noon
Interviews: W/B Monday 20th April 2026.
What the school offers its staff
We also offer:
• Physical and mental health support from a team of experienced nurses, counsellors, therapists, physiotherapists, consultants plus NHS GPs and private medical services
• GP consultations with experienced NHS doctors are available for our employees and members of their household, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and prescriptions (which have to be paid for) can be delivered to local chemists
• Free annual flu jab
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
• A paid annual Wellbeing Day – a time for you to use the day for an activity which promotes your own individual health and wellbeing
Commitment to safeguarding
Christ Church CE Academy has an absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Online checks will be made on all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.