Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher
Milton-on Stour CofE Primary School

Salary: Leadership Scale 1-4, £51,772 - £55,746 per annum (FTE), DOE (subject to the 2026/27 Teachers' Pay Award).
Contract: Permanent Contract, 0.6 FTE

Closing date: 12.00pm, Monday 19th October 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026
Start Date: January 2027

Job summary;

Milton-on-Stour CofE Primary School is seeking to appoint an outstanding Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated and ambitious leadership team.

Working in close partnership with the Headteacher, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the school and driving continued improvement. They will support the development and implementation of the school's vision, values and priorities, ensuring that every child receives the highest quality education within a nurturing and inclusive environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational teacher and leader to make a significant contribution to all aspects of school life. The Deputy Headteacher will lead and support developments across teaching and learning, curriculum design, staff development, pupil achievement and wellbeing, safeguarding, resource management, and engagement with parents, governors and the wider community.

We are looking for a highly motivated and reflective leader who:

• Has a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes for pupils.
• Demonstrates outstanding classroom practice and a passion for high-quality teaching and learning.
• Has the vision, drive and leadership skills to support whole-school improvement.
• Is committed to continuous professional development for themselves and others.
• Builds positive relationships and works collaboratively with colleagues, families and external partners.
• Upholds and promotes the Christian vision and values of the school.
• Places safeguarding and the welfare of children at the heart of everything they do.

Whether you are an established leader or an experienced teacher looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our thriving school.

Full details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification.

Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School is situated in a beautiful village just outside the town of Gillingham in North Dorset. Our school is made up of 4 mixed year group classes. We are located next to the Church of St Simon and St Jude and we have strong links with our church and community. We became part of Pickwick Academy Trust in February 2024.

Our school curriculum is based on the core values of Love, Hope and Joy and has been written to promote ambitious reading and oracy, to develop character skills and to embrace diversity. We use key texts as the drivers for our curriculum and create many opportunities for experiential learning and project outcomes.

We warmly welcome visits to our school and would be delighted to show you around our school.

If you require any further details regarding the role, please feel free to contact Rebecca Clifton Headteacher, on

We would love to hear from you, we warmly welcome visits to our school and would be delighted to show you around our school.

Please be aware that this role may be closed ahead of the deadline if sufficient applications are received.

You’ll be joining a trusted community that is built on shared values and genuine care for every learner. As part of 21 schools, you will benefit from shared expertise, strong professional development, and clear pathways for progression. Our scale allows us to invest in high-quality training, mentoring, and resources to help you succeed. we offer a supportive, inclusive workplace…