Deputy Headteacher
£60,145 - £66,368 per year
Permanent Contract - Full Time - N.O.R. 243
Required for April 2027 or earlier, the Governors of Shotton Primary are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and dynamic leader to join our leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of our school.
Shotton Primary is a happy, safe school for all children and staff, where everyone is respected and valued. We are looking for an inspiring leader who can combine strategic vision with a caring and nurturing approach, ensuring that every child is supported to achieve their very best.
We are looking for someone who:
If you’re ready for the next step in your career, this is a fantastic opportunity to become a key member of our leadership team, helping to shape our school’s direction, culture and future success. If you are ambitious and dedicated and share our belief that “Learning today” builds the foundations for “a successful tomorrow,” we would love to hear from you.
Applicants will need to provide high quality leadership in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change.
We welcome visits to our school from prospective applicants. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.
Completed application forms should be returned to EDGS.Administration@durham.gov.uk.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.
Closing date for receipt of applications: Noon, Friday 6th November 2026
Interview date: Friday 27 November 2026
Shotton Primary School
Grange Terrance
Shotton Colliery
County Durham
DH6 2JP
Tel. No. 0191 5262006
Email: c.o’neil400@shottonprimary.co.uk
Required for April 2027 or earlier, the Governors of Shotton Primary are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and dynamic leader to join our leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of our school.
Shotton Primary is a happy, safe school for all children and staff, where everyone is respected and valued. We are looking for an inspiring leader who can combine strategic vision with a caring and nurturing approach, ensuring that every child is supported to achieve their very best.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is an experienced and enthusiastic curriculum leader with a clear strategic vision.
- Is committed to achieving high expectations for all pupils and staff.
- Has the skills and confidence to contribute to whole-school improvement and strategic development.
- Is caring, approachable and committed to the wellbeing of our pupils, staff and wider school community.
- Can inspire and motivate others, leading by example and building positive relationships.
- Is passionate about creating an environment where every child can thrive, learn and succeed.
If you’re ready for the next step in your career, this is a fantastic opportunity to become a key member of our leadership team, helping to shape our school’s direction, culture and future success. If you are ambitious and dedicated and share our belief that “Learning today” builds the foundations for “a successful tomorrow,” we would love to hear from you.
Applicants will need to provide high quality leadership in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change.
We welcome visits to our school from prospective applicants. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.
Completed application forms should be returned to EDGS.Administration@durham.gov.uk.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.
Closing date for receipt of applications: Noon, Friday 6th November 2026
Interview date: Friday 27 November 2026
Shotton Primary School
Grange Terrance
Shotton Colliery
County Durham
DH6 2JP
Tel. No. 0191 5262006
Email: c.o’neil400@shottonprimary.co.uk
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Salary range
- £60,145 - £66,368 per year