Deputy Head of School
Permanent position required from Autumn Term 2026
for Northern Lights Learning Trust
Based at Grange Primary School, Hartlepool.
L10 – L14 £64,691 – £71,330 (based on 2025-2026 salaries)
Per annum, salary starting point subject to experience
Teachers’ Pay and Conditions
We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and inspirational Deputy Head of School for Northern Lights Learning Trust, to join the Senior Leadership Team at Grange Primary School. This role involves working closely with the Head of School to drive continuous improvements across the school.
We are looking for an excellent teacher across the primary phases, who is an enthusiastic, resilient and caring leader who has high expectations for all and a commitment to inclusion.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to lead Teaching and Learning across the school, ensuring the quality of education continues to be developed to meet the ever-changing needs of our children and community.
The post will be a non-class-based role, although some class teaching and intervention will be integral to the role.
This role is open to teachers with proven excellence in senior leadership and who are excited about the prospect of making a difference to the lives to our children and their families.
All candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills, have a non-judgemental approach and have a set of core values which align with the values and ethos of Northern Lights and Grange Primary School. Candidates should be able to work in partnership with parents, families, our local community and external services.
If this is you, we would really welcome your application!
