We are looking for an outstanding Deputy Headteacher to join Longthorpe Primary School for Janaury 2026 or sooner (ideally Sept 2025) a full-time, permanent basis. (Leadership scale L11-15)

Our school, situated to the west of Peterborough, is currently at an exciting phase of our journey following a very successful Ofsted inspection in April 2024.  Our mission is to create an exceptional school which provides our children with the knowledge and skills they need to prepare them for the next phase of their education and beyond.

We work in close partnership with three local primary schools and one secondary as part of Keys Academies Trust where we operate as siblings rather than identical twins.

We can offer you:

• a family ethos;
• happy sociable children with a desire to learn,
• friendly and welcoming staff who between them have a wealth of experience and expertise;
• a commitment to your professional development;
• the opportunity to work with an experienced headteacher to take the school into the next phase of its journey; from good to exceptional
• ‘Perkbox’ membership giving you access to over 270 exclusive discounts and freebies and providing personalised support through an Employee Assistance Programme;

We are looking for an excellent Deputy Headteacher who:

• demonstrates integrity and emotional intelligence alongside high expectations of themselves and others;
• enthuses and inspires staff and children to be the best they can be;
• is a leader with a track record of having a positive impact on the curriculum and outcomes;
• reflects and seeks learning opportunities;
• wants to be part of the Longthorpe family.

If you are excited by what we can offer and feel that you have something to offer us, we would love to hear from you and strongly recommend a visit to our school.  As the timescale is limited, the interview day will incorporate a tour of the school for the shortlisted candidates.

An application pack can be downloaded from the vacancies section of our website or contact the school via email office@lps.pkat.co.uk or telephone 01733 265959 and we can send you the details and/or arrange an appointment to visit.

Closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 17th June 2025.

The Board of Trustees of Keys Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be employed subject to satisfactory references, acceptable health and DBS safeguarding checks.