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Woodhall Primary School
Address: Mayflower Way, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 1ST
Salary: £60,619 - £66,955 per annum, Leadership Group Spine Point L6 - L10, Teachers Pay Scales (England)
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent, required from January 2027
Reference: 5541
At Woodhall Primary School we believe there are ‘no limits’ on what pupils can achieve.
We are looking to appoint an exceptional individual to fulfil the role of Deputy Headteacher of School.
This post includes the role of DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead) and KS2 (Key Stage 2) Lead.
As a member of SLT (Senior Leadership Team), you will, as the successful candidate, provide leadership to the school and help to drive forward further enhancements in provision.
You will join a committed and hardworking team who are highly inclusive.
The role will include a commitment to teaching in KS2 3 days a week. This is an excellent opportunity for a current leader with further leadership aspirations and ambitions.
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To find out more
Please read the Job Description (pdf) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/I-Sep/5541-job-description-deputy-headteacher-woodhall-primary-school.pdf] and Candidate Information Pack (pdf) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/I-Sep/5541-candidate-pack-deputy-headteacher-woodhall-primary-school.pdf].
We welcome visits to the school.
For further information please contact Lisa Tweed, Executive Headteacher, by emailing headteacher@woodhallprimary.co.uk
How to apply
To apply, please visit our Unity Schools Partnership website [https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/325524SJD].
Closing date
9.00 am, 12 October 2026.
Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our career’s website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
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Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
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