Deputy Headteacher- St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School (Melrose Learning Trust)
Deputy Headteacher
Melrose Learning Trust
St Mary’s Cockerton Church of England Primary School
Start Date: January 2027
Contract Type: Full Time/ Permanent
Salary Scale: Leadership L8 (£63,688) – L12 (£70,275)
Melrose Learning Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional, committed and forward-thinking Deputy Headteacher to join the leadership team at St. Mary's Cockerton CE Primary School.
The Deputy Head Teacher will support the Head Teacher in leading the school’s strategic direction, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, and modelling the school’s Christian vision and values. The role combines senior leadership responsibilities with a regular teaching commitment, contributing directly to the educational experience of pupils.
St Mary’s Cockerton Church of England Primary School has a distinctive Christian ethos which is at the centre of school life. We provide an inclusive, supportive and caring environment, shaped by Christian values in which children can learn and flourish. We welcome children of all faiths and none. We have a passion to include everyone equally and accept others for who they are and respect differences.
Through our School Vision of ‘To be the hands and feet of Jesus’, we build a community where God's love is shared through positive engagement, action and education, inspiring all to raise their eyes, open their minds and explore the world God created. We welcome families of all faiths and none and are committed to ensuring every member of our community feels valued, respected and supported.
Candidates will need to provide leadership of a high quality in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change. Candidates should be highly motivated with a desire to continually develop their own teaching and the teaching of others, leadership and management skills to ensure that all children reach their full potential within a caring, stimulating and Christian environment.
The successful candidate will not only benefit from the support of committed teaching and support staff but also be part of a team which is enthusiastically driving the school forward and building upon its achievements and is open to applicants of all faiths or none.
Closing Date:
Applications must be received by midnight on Sunday 11th October 2026.
Shortlisting and existing setting observation to take place week commencing 12th October (or sooner).
Interview process will take place week commencing 19th October 2026.
How to Apply
Application packs and supporting materials are available to download or hard copies can be obtained from the Headteacher.
Application forms should be returned along with a covering letter to wendy.aitken@melroselearningtrust.org.uk or via post to St Mary’s Cockerton CE Primary School, Newton Lane, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 9EX FAO the Head Teacher Mrs Wendy Aitken.
For further information or if you would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact us on 01325 380758. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Melrose Learning Trust
St Mary’s Cockerton Church of England Primary School
Start Date: January 2027
Contract Type: Full Time/ Permanent
Salary Scale: Leadership L8 (£63,688) – L12 (£70,275)
Melrose Learning Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional, committed and forward-thinking Deputy Headteacher to join the leadership team at St. Mary's Cockerton CE Primary School.
The Deputy Head Teacher will support the Head Teacher in leading the school’s strategic direction, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, and modelling the school’s Christian vision and values. The role combines senior leadership responsibilities with a regular teaching commitment, contributing directly to the educational experience of pupils.
St Mary’s Cockerton Church of England Primary School has a distinctive Christian ethos which is at the centre of school life. We provide an inclusive, supportive and caring environment, shaped by Christian values in which children can learn and flourish. We welcome children of all faiths and none. We have a passion to include everyone equally and accept others for who they are and respect differences.
Through our School Vision of ‘To be the hands and feet of Jesus’, we build a community where God's love is shared through positive engagement, action and education, inspiring all to raise their eyes, open their minds and explore the world God created. We welcome families of all faiths and none and are committed to ensuring every member of our community feels valued, respected and supported.
Candidates will need to provide leadership of a high quality in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change. Candidates should be highly motivated with a desire to continually develop their own teaching and the teaching of others, leadership and management skills to ensure that all children reach their full potential within a caring, stimulating and Christian environment.
The successful candidate will not only benefit from the support of committed teaching and support staff but also be part of a team which is enthusiastically driving the school forward and building upon its achievements and is open to applicants of all faiths or none.
Closing Date:
Applications must be received by midnight on Sunday 11th October 2026.
Shortlisting and existing setting observation to take place week commencing 12th October (or sooner).
Interview process will take place week commencing 19th October 2026.
How to Apply
Application packs and supporting materials are available to download or hard copies can be obtained from the Headteacher.
Application forms should be returned along with a covering letter to wendy.aitken@melroselearningtrust.org.uk or via post to St Mary’s Cockerton CE Primary School, Newton Lane, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 9EX FAO the Head Teacher Mrs Wendy Aitken.
For further information or if you would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact us on 01325 380758. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
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Salary range
- £63,688 - £70,275 per year