Deputy Head Teacher

Job Introduction

Bure Park Primary School is a large school in Bicester with a dedicated staff team working together to allow children to reach their full potential living the school motto “to be the best we can be”. We aim to achieve this by motivating with praise and encouragement to build confidence and self-worth; encouraging the development of positive relationships, self-discipline and respect and nurturing a fruitful partnership between home, school and the wider community.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, passionate, inspirational and committed Deputy Head to join our school from September 2026. We are looking for a leader who is currently in a middle/senior leadership position (Phase Lead, Assistant Head or Deputy Head) who has a proven track record of excellence in education and leadership. 

The post may incorporate a 0.2 teaching commitment.

What we can offer:

• A dedicated, motivated and caring staff team who build relationships with all stakeholders, so that children can be the best they be.
• A commitment to developing all staff to be leaders of learning. Children who are curious and resilient learners.
• A strong governing body which supports the school development.

Please see the job description and person specification for more information.

We recruit people who are enthusiastic about learning, who live our clear values of teamwork, honesty and kindness and who will treat children, families and colleagues with unconditional positive regard. You will feel supported in your growth as a leader as part of our warm and professional team, with plenty of opportunities for continued professional development.

For more information about our school, please visit the school website: www.bureparkprimary.org

How to apply:

Please complete the attached application form and include a statement to support your application within the ‘relevant skills and experience’ section, together with a covering letter detailing your suitability for the post. Please email your completed application to Emma Porter: sbm@bureparkprimaryschool.org

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed.   Please telephone Mrs. Emma Porter – School Business Manager on 01869 354059 to make an appointment with the Head Teacher – Sarah Moon.

Interview Date: 21st May – Please contact the school directly for more information on the interview process. Candidates will be contacted by Tuesday 19th May if they have been shortlisted for interview. 

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.