We are seeking to appoint, from April 2026, a full time, permanent Deputy Head with a teaching responsibility to work as part of the leadership team at Gatehouse Primary Academy. We will be excited to hear from leaders with strengths in curriculum, assessment and those who have a proven track record of raising standards. We are looking for applicants who are ready to forge a pathway to prove their impact and join us in making the best futures for all our children.
The school offers a warm and supportive team environment, with collaborative learning opportunities, CPD, team working and an innovative, ambitious and supportive leadership team. The school caters for pupils from 4-11and is situated in the seaside town of Dawlish off the south coast of Devon, within easy access of the M5, A38 and A380.
As a Deputy Head you will focus on key aspect of school improvement; supported by an experienced School and Trust Leadership Team. This is a teaching role with weekly leadership release time. This is a full-time role and not suitable for ECTs. We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who:
• Is committed to raising standards, ensuring that all children achieve the highest possible outcomes and has a relentless pursuit of the best for all children.
• Can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be academically, socially, emotionally and ready to be the citizens in our communities.
• Has secure curriculum knowledge; ideally across all key stages.
• Has a dedication towards a child-centred approach, with creative ideas for learning opportunities.
We can offer the candidate:
- An exciting and innovative Trust that will inspire and allow you to reach your full potential.
- Collaborative support and ongoing professional development within our Multi Academy Trust
- Opportunities for future career development within our own school and across the schools within our Trust.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Staff wellbeing programme
- Contributory pension through the Teachers Pensions Scheme
We offer you a supportive environment within a friendly team, with the added advantage of working closely with other schools within the Federation. All staff have access to a wide range of high quality courses and professional development. As a member of staff in the Trust, whether you are an early career or experienced teacher, you will have access to continual professional development and leadership opportunities.
You are encouraged to visit the school prior to application and can contact the school office to arrange this on 01626 862605 or office@gatehouse.devon.sch.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.
First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.