About Us

Permanent Full time
Required: September 2026

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make a lasting impact?

We are seeking an ambitious, committed and inspiring Deputy Headteacher to join our forward thinking team at a pivotal moment in our school’s development. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a community that is firmly on an exciting journey towards ‘Stability with Ambition’, where high expectations, collaboration and innovation underpin our work.

At Albemarle Primary School, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to champion respect, resilience, responsibility, and to nurture pupils who are resourceful and reflective in their learning. Above all, we place great importance on kindness, ensuring that every member of our community feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

Working alongside our newly appointed Headteacher, you will play a key role in driving school improvement, shaping high quality teaching and learning, and securing strong outcomes for all pupils. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic direction while remaining closely connected to the daily life of the school.

Albemarle is a happy, inclusive and forward-thinking school with a strong commitment to collaboration, high standards and professional growth. We have  brilliant pupils who are eager to learn and keen to succeed. We are seeking a leader who shares our belief in every child’s potential and who is ready to work with energy, integrity and determination to unlock it.

If you want to be part of something exciting, are motivated by challenge, and are prepared to work hard as part of a dedicated team to make a real difference, then we are the school for you.

This is more than a role, it is a chance to leave a lasting legacy. If you are ready to step into a position where your leadership will truly matter, we strongly encourage you to apply and be part of our next chapter. We warmly welcome and encourage you to visit us to hear more about who we are and the journey so far.

The role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Deputy Head teacher to join the leadership team at Albemarle Primary School in Southfields. See job description for more details.

What we are looking for:

• A passionate and ambitious leader with a clear commitment to school improvement and raising standards 
• A strong track record of improving teaching and learning and securing positive outcomes for pupils 
• A values driven professional who embodies respect, resilience, responsibility, and promotes resourcefulness, reflection and kindness 
• An excellent communicator who can inspire, motivate and work collaboratively with staff, pupils and the wider community 
• A resilient and reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous improvement 
• Someone who is prepared to work hard as part of a dedicated team and contribute positively to our journey 
• A leader who places children at the heart of every decision and believes in the potential of every pupil

What we can offer:
 • Happy, enthusiastic children who love learning and are proud of their school
 • A caring, committed and supportive staff team
 • Excellent opportunities for professional development
 • A leadership team who value your expertise and contribution
 • A nurturing and inclusive school culture

If you are a current or aspiring Deputy Head teacher with the drive and vision to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact Joyce Greaves at Info@albemarle.Wandsworth.sch.uk 

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Completed Application Forms to be returned by email to –Info@albemarle.wandsworth.sch.uk  

Closing Date: 10th May 2026 (at Midnight)
Interview Date: 15th May 2026

Interviews: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. We reserve the right to close the position once a suitable applicant is appointed.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert before the closing date upon receipt of successful applications.

Albemarle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS clearance.

Please note that we do not accept CVs

Albemarle Primary School
Princes Way
Southfields, London
SW19 6JP
Telephone: 020 8788 3170
Headteacher: Mrs. E. Haston

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils