Deputy Headteacher
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Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools
(Ditton Nursery School and Warrington Road Nursery School)
Deputy Headteacher (EYFS)
JOB DETAILS
Job Role: Deputy Headteacher
Salary: L 1 – 5 (£51,773 - £57,137)
Hours: Full-time
Contract type: Permanent
Reporting to: Headteacher
Responsible for: Teachers and support staff
The Children, Staff and Governing Board at Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools are looking to appoint an inspirational and experienced EYFS teacher to join our team.
We are seeking a leader who:
- Has in-depth knowledge of the EYFS
- Has a successful track record of EYFS leadership and raising achievement for all children across the curriculum
- Has high emotional intelligence and understands how to get the most out of a team
- Has experience of supporting children of all abilities and an understands how to overcome barriers to learning
- Has experience of adaptive teaching and ensuring the needs of all children are met, including those with SEND
- Is resilient and able to meet the challenges of school leadership
Candidates should want to play a significant role in leading the Nursery Schools within the Federation with the capacity to drive school improvement, lead staff and have a clear, positive impact on children’s outcomes. It is expected that the successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner and will currently be working as an Early Years Leader based in either Nursery or Reception or hold a significant leadership position.
Candidates who are qualified SENCos or have a strong background in SEND are particularly welcome.
In return we can offer you:
- A genuine opportunity to make a difference where it is needed
- A fantastic community of children, parents and carers who deserve the best
- A happy school environment with a nurturing ethos
- Well-resourced classrooms and structured administrative support
- A commitment to your professional development
Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority.
Enhanced DSB clearance will be required for the posts. Further details can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service.
Visits to look around the Nursery Schools are warmly welcomed. Please call Catherine on 0151 4244687 or email sec@affns.co.uk to book an appointment.
Key Dates
Closing date: 9am, 13th April 2026
Shortlisting date: 13th April 2026
Interviews: w/c 13th & 20th April 2026
Salary range
- £51,773 - £57,137 per year