Deputy Headteacher - Medina Primary School

Are you ready to lead with connection and make a transformative impact?

We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Head Teacher to join Medina Primary School at an extraordinarily exciting phase in our journey. As a small 1-form entry school with a strong, close-knit community, this key leadership role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of our school.

At Medina Primary School, we place relational practice at the heart of everything we do. We believe that strong, trusting relationships foster the ideal environment for high academic achievement, personal well-being, and mutual respect. As our school continues to develop, our commitment to an inclusive, relationship-centered culture remains unwavering for our children, staff, and families.

This is a thrilling time of  development for Medina, offering a vibrant landscape for an ambitious leader to make a meaningful mark starting in January 2027.

Working collaboratively across the leadership team, you will champion our relational ethos, inspire colleagues, and nurture positive connections across our expanding school community. We are looking for an empathetic, forward-thinking leader who models relational practice and strives for excellence in all aspects of school life.

If you possess the vision, passion, and relational leadership skills to empower our growing school, we would love to receive your application!

As the new Deputy Headteacher you will:

• Have an effective leadership style that develops a positive culture amongst staff and children
• Possess a dedication to providing children with the best education possible based on research evidence and have the vision, passion and proven track record in school improvement to ensure significant improvements in performance across the school
• Be someone with the ability to motivate and inspire children, staff and parents with a strong sense of teamwork and can lead by example, influencing decision-making and shaping policies
• Be aspirational, with an uncompromising commitment to improving educational outcomes for all children

 Key areas of responsibility will include:

• Overview of inclusion 
• Relational Practice 
• Curriculum
• Safeguarding as Deputy DSL
• Assessment

Whether you are seeking your first Deputy Headteacher post or an experienced school leader looking for the next challenge in your career, if you are committed to championing excellence for all, we want to hear from you.

To find out more about our school, please visit www.medina.portsmouth.sch.uk. The full job description can be downloaded here.

School tours are warmly welcomed, and interested candidates are encouraged to contact the school office to arrange a visit.