Extended Schools Deputy Lead
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Merton Band 6 Pay Point scale 7-11 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Merton Park, Greater London, SW20 0SQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1539492 |
Summary
Extended schools - Deputy Lead We love Hollymount and as our after school and holiday club grows we are looking to recruit a deputy lead to work closely alongside Natalie our Extended schools lead provide the best possible wrap around care at Hollymount. This includes after school and holiday club provision as well as work throughout the school day. This is a unique role that we understand will come with some questions so please do get in contact with us to find out more and to arrange a visit. Purpose of the job The Extended Schools Deputy Lead works closely with the Extended Schools Lead and SLT to help co-run high-quality after school and holiday club provision. They manage the smooth day-to-day supervision of children, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, positive behaviour, and always safeguarding, under the guidance of the strategic role of the Extended Schools Lead. The role manages engaging social and educational activities, preparing daily snacks on a shared rota, and manages resources and stock.
As part of the leadership structure for extended schools, the Deputy Lead guides and supports staff, deputising for the Extended Schools Lead, when needed, modelling excellent practice and promoting a consistent, child-centred approach. They engage proactively with the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to discussions, sharing information, and supporting operational decisions. In addition, the Deputy Lead supports the strategic development of the extended schools’ provision and deputises for the Extended Schools Lead to ensure the clubs consistently operate to an excellent standard.Working pattern This position is an all year round position with annual leave entitlement of 27.5 days. The hours in term time are 12:00 until 18:00 and in the holidays they are 8:00 until 18:00. Holiday can be booked in term time and holiday time working around the clubs and after school club provision. Pay Merton Band 6 Pay Point scale 7-11ME 6 p.7 = 30,288ME 6 p.8 = 30,717ME 6 p.9 = 31,158ME 6 p.10 = 31,611ME 6 p.11 = 32,070Why work with us?
Our school values are: Curiosity, Achievement, Respect, Empathy, which in turn creates CARE. This is the culture and atmosphere we create and work within at Hollymount.
Are you looking to work inoutstanding educational environment and would you like the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and very committed team?
If so, you should apply to work at Hollymount Primary school where you will benefit from:
· Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
· Strong values and relationship-based approaches with a care for work life balance
· Working with highly aspirational and caring group of professionals who care deeply.
· An exceptionally well-resourced learning environment.
· A caring and supportive whole school community which is culturally diverse and inclusive.
Application process
To apply please download an application and return to the school Please do take time to read our job description, person specification and our website to find out more.
Closing Date: 29th April Interviews: As close as possible to closing date and aiming for W/C 4th May
As part of the leadership structure for extended schools, the Deputy Lead guides and supports staff, deputising for the Extended Schools Lead, when needed, modelling excellent practice and promoting a consistent, child-centred approach. They engage proactively with the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to discussions, sharing information, and supporting operational decisions. In addition, the Deputy Lead supports the strategic development of the extended schools’ provision and deputises for the Extended Schools Lead to ensure the clubs consistently operate to an excellent standard.Working pattern This position is an all year round position with annual leave entitlement of 27.5 days. The hours in term time are 12:00 until 18:00 and in the holidays they are 8:00 until 18:00. Holiday can be booked in term time and holiday time working around the clubs and after school club provision. Pay Merton Band 6 Pay Point scale 7-11ME 6 p.7 = 30,288ME 6 p.8 = 30,717ME 6 p.9 = 31,158ME 6 p.10 = 31,611ME 6 p.11 = 32,070Why work with us?
Our school values are: Curiosity, Achievement, Respect, Empathy, which in turn creates CARE. This is the culture and atmosphere we create and work within at Hollymount.
Are you looking to work inoutstanding educational environment and would you like the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and very committed team?
If so, you should apply to work at Hollymount Primary school where you will benefit from:
· Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
· Strong values and relationship-based approaches with a care for work life balance
· Working with highly aspirational and caring group of professionals who care deeply.
· An exceptionally well-resourced learning environment.
· A caring and supportive whole school community which is culturally diverse and inclusive.
Application process
To apply please download an application and return to the school Please do take time to read our job description, person specification and our website to find out more.
Closing Date: 29th April Interviews: As close as possible to closing date and aiming for W/C 4th May