Deputy Headteacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

Sussex Learning Trust is seeking to appoint a motivated, committed and professional individual to join Billingshurst Primary as Deputy Headteacher. Working closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team, the Deputy Headteacher will play a central role in providing clear vision, leadership and direction, driving school improvement.

We are looking for someone who

• Demonstrates a professional and confident approach to working with colleagues, with the ability to build and sustain effective relationships
• Can lead, motivate, support and challenge staff to secure continuous improvement in teaching and learning
• Has high ambition for pupils and staff, with a clear focus on raising standards and improving outcomes
• Shows a strong understanding of how different roles within the academy contribute to whole-school effectiveness, and can support others to fulfil these roles well
• Builds excellent relationships with children and brings a genuine commitment to, and enjoyment of, the role of school leadership

What the school offers its staff

In return, we will offer you

• A strong and collaborative leadership team, and a supportive Headteacher committed to your professional development
• A skilled, dedicated and welcoming team of teachers and support staff
• High-quality CPD opportunities to support your ongoing leadership development and career progression
• Positive, engaged children who enjoy learning and respond well to clear expectations
• Supportive parents who actively contribute to the life and development of the school

Applications are welcome from experienced teachers. ECTs need not apply. Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed.

To arrange a tour or to discuss the role further email minman@billingshurstprimary.co.uk

Please return completed application forms and covering letters by email to

minman@billingshurstprimary.co.uk

Closing date/shortlisting

19/05/2026

Interview date

21/05/2026

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.