Deputy Headteacher, Full Time
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Burnley, Lancashire |
| Area | Blackburn, United KingdomBurnley, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Leadership |
| Salary | £65286 - £73819 per annum |
| Start Date | September 2025 |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | Deputy Headteacher_1742826358 |
| Job Views | 140 |
- Description
Deputy Headteacher - Burnley
Location: BurnleyStart Date: September 2025Hours: Full-timeContract: PermanentSalary: Leadership Pay Scale (Competitive, based on experience)
Veritas Education is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Deputy Headteacher to join a forward-thinking primary school in Burnley. This is a permanent, full-time role, where the successful Deputy Headteacher will work alongside the Head to drive school improvement.
The Role & Responsibilities:
The successful Deputy Headteacher will:
- Lead with integrity, creativity, resilience, and clarity, inspiring staff and pupils to achieve excellence.
- Support and develop the school's inclusion strategy.
- Have a secure knowledge of trauma-informed practice and use this to create a nurturing and supportive learning environment.
- Inspire and support primary teachers, providing professional development opportunities and fostering a collaborative school culture.
- Deputise for the Headteacher, confidently managing school operations and decision-making when required.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A passion for meeting the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and a commitment to inclusive education.A proven track record of raising achievement and developing confident, considerate, and resilient learners.Experience as an effective leader, with the ability to motivate and inspire primary teachers and pupils.A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
What the School Offers:
Happy, motivated, and well-behaved pupils who value their education and love learning.A Gold accreditation for BQM, reflecting the school's commitment to excellence.A highly experienced and enthusiastic staff team, dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children.A strong and supportive governing board that values and supports leadership.
How to Apply:
This post is exclusively managed by Veritas Education. To apply or for more information, please contact Chloe Haley at chaley@veritas-education.com.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
- Qualifications
- Primary teacher Headteacher Deputy Headteacher Senior Leadership SLT Experienced teacher key stage 1 key stage 2 PGCE/ QTS
