Deputy Headteacher - Scissett CE Academy

Deputy Headteacher, initially fixed term for one year   

To start September 2026

Salary details: L3 – L7

The Headteacher and Governing Body are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Deputy Headteacher to build on our school’s successes and share in the leadership of the caring and welcoming school community.

Scissett CE Academy is a warm and welcoming village school that is committed to ensuring that we are a place that offers excellence for the whole child. We are part of the Learning Accord Multi Academy Trust.

The successful candidate will:

• Have significant and recent leadership and management experience
• Have relevant professional development as a senior leader.
• Have a key role in the leadership and management of the school
• Have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to support and build on staff expertise
• Have vision and enthusiasm to motivate and inspire children
• Have high expectations and be committed to providing high quality learning experiences for all children
• Be a highly effective classroom practitioner: leading, developing and enhancing the practice of others
• Take a leading role in curriculum development, assessment and school self-evaluation
• Be committed to working within the academy’s church status
• Have an excellent working knowledge of Safeguarding and SEND

 We offer:

• A friendly, welcoming school where everyone is valued
• Enthusiastic and motivated staff
• Supportive and committed governors and parents
• A strong proactive team ethos
• Commitment to school improvement and excellence
• Opportunities for CPD and development of leadership skills

 Scissett CE Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Visits to school

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01484 861488 to arrange a visit or to discuss the role informally.

How to Apply
To apply for this job, please download and complete the Learning Accord Multi Academy Trust application form. You should also provide a high quality, concise letter of application which addresses the criteria on the attached person specification.

A CV is not required.

Completed applications should be returned to kirsty.firth@scissettceacademy.org by 9am on Monday 11th May 2026.

Shortlisting will take place on 11th May 2026.

Interviews to take place on Thursday 14th and Friday 15th May. 

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