Teaching Assistant
Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School
Deputy Headteacher
Allenbourn Middle School · Wimborne, South West
Deputy Headteacher at Allenbourn Middle School, based in Wimborne, South West. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Wimborne, South West
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Closes
- 4 Oct 2026
Reference 929f5e388ba9c09a02c7663d5c389793740c52a5
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and suitably qualified school leader to join our strong senior leadership team as Deputy Headteacher from January 2027.
Allenbourn Middle school is a thriving five form entry Middle School. This post provides an excellent leadership opportunity for candidates seeking progression into Headship whilst contributing to the continued growth and improvement of our school graded as Outstanding in each of behaviour and attitudes and personal development by Ofsted (January 2025).
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside our ambitious senior leadership team, ensuring that all of our children achieve consistently well across the curriculum whilst maintaining the highest standard of attendance and behaviour.
You should be an outstanding practitioner, with an excellent knowledge and understanding of our school curriculum. We would encourage candidates to state their curriculum, teaching and relevant leadership strengths within their application.
You will ensure that all of our children participate fully and grow as part of our Gold Rights Respecting School. A thorough understanding of effective safeguarding and inclusion practices is essential for this role. Under your leadership, Allenbourn Middle School will continue to develop a reputation for excellence. As part of our team you will have clear opportunities to grow as a school leader alongside school and Trust colleagues to plan, influence and shape our strategic direction.
The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience of working in a senior or leadership capacity and be able to demonstrate their proven track record in school improvement.
In return we can offer a happy, friendly and supportive staff team who are highly committed and hardworking; enthusiastic, well motivated children who love learning and a genuine commitment to your further professional development.
The successful applicant must:
play a strategic role in the ongoing development and improvement of our school through high quality leadership.
be prepared to make a full commitment to the wider life of our school providing extended opportunities for our children.
be self-reflective and able to lead and motivate others to ensure that they perform at their very best consistently.
have a highly professional outlook and thrive on challenge.
be a highly effective class teacher, who is ambitious for children and for making a difference.
be a skilled communicator, with a proven ability to coach and mentor others from different starting points.
be able to forge strong and meaningful links with our families.
enjoy being part of our team and working with others.
Specific responsibilities will be determined on appointment.
Tours for prospective candidates will be led by the Headteacher at the following times:
Wednesday 16th September 2026 - 9:15 - 10:15am
Thursday 17th September 2026 - 9:15 - 10:15am
Tuesday 22nd September 2026 - 9:15 - 10:15am
Friday 25th September 2026 - 9:15 - 10:15am
If you would like to secure a place on one of these visits, please email [email removed]
Closing date: Midnight on 4th October 2026
Interview date: 15th & 16th October 2026
Reference: 929f5e388ba9c09a02c7663d5c389793740c52a5 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 4 Oct 2026 · Listed via Allenbourn Middle School
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