Job Description

Education Stage:

EYFS / KS1 / KS2

Contract Type:

Permanent -- from 1st January 2026

Working Pattern:

Full time

Pay Scale:

L4-L6

Closing Date:

Tuesday 15th October 2025, 12pm

Shortlisting:

Tuesday 15th October 2025 at 1pm

Interviews:

Wednesday 16th & Thursday 17th October 2025

Holy Trinity CE (C) Primary School is an inclusive, vibrant, and welcoming school where every child is valued and encouraged to flourish. Under the leadership of our recently appointed Headteacher, Mrs Wakefield, we are shaping an exciting future together -- strengthening our vision, building on our distinct Christian character, and driving school improvement with energy and care.

We are proud to have a nurturing culture where everyone is valued, supported, and encouraged to develop. Our staff work collaboratively, caring deeply for our pupils and each other. At Holy Trinity, kindness, wellbeing and respect sit alongside ambition and high standards so that children and adults alike feel safe to grow and achieve their very best.

We are seeking an inspiring Deputy Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of our school's journey.

This is an exciting opportunity to support the school's next steps -- helping us refine and embed a clear strategic direction, using a research-informed and growth mindset approach to drive improvement and innovation.

The role includes approximately 0.6 teaching responsibility, with the year group and subject area tailored to the successful candidate's experience and expertise.

This role is not limited to EYFS -- we welcome candidates with strengths and passion in any key stage or area of expertise. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence whole-school improvement while also leading and modelling excellent teaching and learning.

We are particularly interested in candidates with:

A strong track record in coaching and developing others. Proven experience in leading school improvement and raising standards. A strong eye for detail and high expectations for themselves and others. Experience of teaching across different age groups and a willingness to teach across the school where needed.
Key responsibilities will include:

Taking a lead role in ensuring the highest standards of curriculum, provision, wellbeing, behavior, and achievement across the school. Supporting and shaping the school's next steps and improvement journey, informed by research and a growth mindset culture. Monitoring impact and holding staff to account in a supportive, developmental way. Leading and modelling excellent classroom practice. Driving forward aspects of the School Development Plan, matched to your strengths and experience. Helping shape our school's culture and vision under the leadership of our new Headteacher. A vibrant and nurturing team where your expertise and wellbeing are valued. A recently appointed Headteacher who is passionate about collaboration, growth, and shared leadership. Opportunities to shape and lead whole-school strategy and make a real difference. High-quality professional development and leadership training. Research-informed practice A strong, caring Christian ethos that underpins everything we do.
We strongly advise all applicants to visit the school and meet Mrs Wakefield, our Headteacher, to discuss the role in person.

To arrange a visit, please call

01283 247550

or email

office@holytrinity.staffs.sch.uk

.

Application forms are available on our website: www.holytrinity.staffs.sch.uk
Completed applications should be submitted by 12pm on Tuesday 15th October 2025, as shortlisting will take place at 1pm that day.

Safeguarding: Holy Trinity CE (C) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and online checks as part of the appointment process, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,747.00-58,569.00 per year

Work Location: In person