Deputy Headteacher - Deptford Park Primary School

Welcome

Thank you for your interest in the role of Deputy Headteacher at Deptford Park Primary School. At the heart of our school is a deep belief that children flourish when they feel known, safe and valued. Relationships and kindness underpin everything we do – in our classrooms, among our staff, with families and across our wider community.

Deptford Park is a school where every child is truly known, where families are warmly welcomed, and where staff work collaboratively to support one another. We believe that when children and staff feel respected and cared for, they are empowered to do their very best.

This is an exciting time for Deptford Park with a new Headteacher appointed in September 2025, and a 40-place Unit for children with Severe Learning Difficulties opening in June 2026. We are seeking a Deputy Headteacher who is enthusiastic about helping to shape the school’s next chapter, strengthening what works well, playing a key role in our ongoing development, and looking ahead with ambition and optimism. 

As Deputy Headteacher, you will be central to nurturing positive relationships, modelling compassionate and inclusive leadership, and supporting every child and adult in our school to thrive. We warmly welcome applicants who share our commitment to relational leadership, teamwork, and a school culture where everyone feels they belong.

If you are a leader who acts with kindness, believes wholeheartedly in the potential of every child and adult, and is excited by the opportunity to build something special together, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Salary Details

Leadership Pay Spine L9-12 (Inner London)

Further information

If you are interested in joining the Deptford Park team, we would love to welcome you to our school so that you can experience first-hand what it is like to be part of our special community. 

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact our School Business Manager, Clare New, to make an appointment to view the school and meet our Headteacher: c.new@deptfordpark.lewisham.sch.uk [c.new@deptfordpark.lewisham.sch.uk].

 

Deptford Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring service. The successful candidate will also be subject to an overseas criminal record, qualifications and reference checks.

Deptford Park Primary School is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, ethnicity, religion, belief or sexual orientation.

Please note: CVs will NOT be accepted as an application. Where possible, references will be taken up before interview.

Closing Date and Interviews

Closing date for completed application forms is 9am on Wednesday 13th May 2026.

Interviews will take place on Monday 18th May 2026.

 

 

  The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service.