Deputy Headteacher 

Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Salary information: L10 - L14, £64,691 - £71,330 per annum (dependent upon experience)
Start date: September 2026

We are seeking a dynamic and talented Deputy Headteacher with a commitment to achieving the highest quality of education for each and every child in their care. The successful candidate will have the energy and motivation to work with the Headteacher to continue to drive the school forward in its quest for excellence. 

“Pupils blossom at Keep Hatch Primary. They develop a love for learning right from the start in the early years.” - Ofsted, October 2023

We are seeking someone who: 

• Has high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour for all children.
• Has a sound knowledge of quality first teaching, including how to tailor learning for pupils with SEND and tilt the curriculum for its PPG cohort.
• Is a qualified teacher with a proven record of excellent teaching.
• Is experienced in supporting and developing staff at different stages of their careers.
• Can demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with pupils, staff, families and other agencies.
• Has leadership experience and an understanding of SEND and inclusion.

We can offer you:   

• A warm and friendly staff team.
• Well-behaved, enthusiastic and hard-working children.
• A school where staff are highly valued and a healthy work-life balance is a priority.
• A commitment to delivering staff with up to date personalised training.
• Excellent support from a strong leadership team.
• Bespoke development and support opportunities.

We will need you to:  

• Promote the school and Trust’s ethos and values.
• Be able to work well as a team.
• Be keen to make a difference and improve standards at school level.

To make an appointment to visit the school, please contact Nashwa Soliman on 0118 978 4859 or via email at nsoliman@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk. Please also make any applications to the same email address.  

Closing date: Monday 22nd June at Noon
Shortlisting date: Tuesday 23rd June 
Interview dates: Thursday 25th/Friday 26th June 
Further information: Please note that applications will be considered on receipt.