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Deputy Headteacher - Fordbridge Community Primary School
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Leadership Scale L11 – L15 | Permanent | Full Time Deputy Headteacher at Fordbridge Community Primary School
About the Role
Fordbridge Community Primary School is seeking an exceptional, non-class-based Deputy Headteacher to join our ambitious senior leadership team.
Working closely with the Headteacher, you will:
- Shape the strategic direction of the school
- Drive high-quality teaching and learning
- Ensure best outcomes for all pupils
- Lead on assessment, English, and CPD
- Develop staff through coaching and professional development
- Uphold highest standards of safeguarding, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing
Requirements
You will need to:
- Demonstrate a proven track record of successful senior leadership and raising achievement
- Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations
- Have excellent leadership, management, and communication skills
- Be strategic, forward-thinking, and able to lead change effectively
- Build strong relationships with staff, families, and the wider Trust
- Be committed to inclusive education and pupil success
- Show ambition and commitment to future professional development
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Benefits
We can offer you:
- A talented, supportive, and committed staff team
- Enthusiastic pupils, eager to learn
- A strong culture of professional development
- Modern, well-resourced facilities
- Supportive governors and leadership team
- Opportunities to collaborate across the Trust
Safeguarding & Employer Details
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.
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While this vacancy is advertised by Solihull MBC, Prosper Together Multi Academy Trust is the employer.
Further Information
– Visits to the school in Summer Term 2 and Autumn Term 1 are welcome. – Closing date: Friday, 18 September 2026
Contact: School office on 0121 779 8040 to arrange a visit. Full details available in the application pack.
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