Deputy Headteacher
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 May 2026 |
| Location: | London, SE8 5RJ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5e78a4c3-ec45-47ba-8c61-393f0b99322d |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Thank you for your interest in the role of Deputy Headteacher at Deptford Park Primary School. At the heart of our school is a deep belief that children flourish when they feel known, safe and valued. Relationships and kindness underpin everything we do – in our classrooms, among our staff, with families and across our wider community.
Deptford Park is a school where every child is truly known, where families are warmly welcomed, and where staff work collaboratively to support one another. We believe that when children and staff feel respected and cared for, they are empowered to do their very best.
This is an exciting time for Deptford Park with a new Headteacher appointed in September 2025, and a 40-place Unit for children with Severe Learning Difficulties opening in June 2026. We are seeking a Deputy Headteacher who is enthusiastic about helping to shape the school’s next chapter, strengthening what works well, playing a key role in our ongoing development, and looking ahead with ambition and optimism.
As Deputy Headteacher, you will be central to nurturing positive relationships, modelling compassionate and inclusive leadership, and supporting every child and adult in our school to thrive. We warmly welcome applicants who share our commitment to relational leadership, teamwork, and a school culture where everyone feels they belong.
If you are a leader who acts with kindness, believes wholeheartedly in the potential of every child and adult, and is excited by the opportunity to build something special together, we would be delighted to hear from you.
What the school offers its staff
If you are interested in joining the Deptford Park team, we would love to welcome you to our school so that you can experience first-hand what it is like to be part of our special community.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact our School Business Manager, Clare New, to make an appointment to view the school and meet our Headteacher c.new@deptfordpark.lewisham.sch.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. The following checks: - Verification of ID, qualifications and candidate's right to work in the UK - Enhanced DBS including a Children’s Barred List, Section 128 and 2018 Childcare Disqualifications Regulations checks - An assessment of fitness to work to ensure that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job - Overseas criminal record and overseas professional registration checks where necessary - Compliant employment references
Thank you for your interest in the role of Deputy Headteacher at Deptford Park Primary School. At the heart of our school is a deep belief that children flourish when they feel known, safe and valued. Relationships and kindness underpin everything we do – in our classrooms, among our staff, with families and across our wider community.
Deptford Park is a school where every child is truly known, where families are warmly welcomed, and where staff work collaboratively to support one another. We believe that when children and staff feel respected and cared for, they are empowered to do their very best.
This is an exciting time for Deptford Park with a new Headteacher appointed in September 2025, and a 40-place Unit for children with Severe Learning Difficulties opening in June 2026. We are seeking a Deputy Headteacher who is enthusiastic about helping to shape the school’s next chapter, strengthening what works well, playing a key role in our ongoing development, and looking ahead with ambition and optimism.
As Deputy Headteacher, you will be central to nurturing positive relationships, modelling compassionate and inclusive leadership, and supporting every child and adult in our school to thrive. We warmly welcome applicants who share our commitment to relational leadership, teamwork, and a school culture where everyone feels they belong.
If you are a leader who acts with kindness, believes wholeheartedly in the potential of every child and adult, and is excited by the opportunity to build something special together, we would be delighted to hear from you.
What the school offers its staff
If you are interested in joining the Deptford Park team, we would love to welcome you to our school so that you can experience first-hand what it is like to be part of our special community.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact our School Business Manager, Clare New, to make an appointment to view the school and meet our Headteacher c.new@deptfordpark.lewisham.sch.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. The following checks: - Verification of ID, qualifications and candidate's right to work in the UK - Enhanced DBS including a Children’s Barred List, Section 128 and 2018 Childcare Disqualifications Regulations checks - An assessment of fitness to work to ensure that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job - Overseas criminal record and overseas professional registration checks where necessary - Compliant employment references