About This Role
Addison Primary School: Deputy Head Teacher
Start date: 1st September 2026
Salary: L8-16
Location: Hammersmith, W14 0DT
Ofsted: Outstanding (Feb. 2025)
Addison Primary School is seeking an exceptional Deputy Head Teacher (DHT) to join our leadership team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity, for an ambitious Senior Leader, which also presents with a leadership pathway to headship.
Located in the heart of West London, within easy reach of Hammersmith and Shepherd’s Bush, our diverse and vibrant school community was judged Outstanding by Ofsted in February 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing school with a strong reputation and a clear commitment to continuous improvement.
As DHT (with teaching responsibility), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the school. Working closely with the Head Teacher & Governors, you will:
Lead and further develop outstanding teaching and learning
Drive school improvement priorities with measurable impact
Develop and coach staff, building leadership capacity at all levels
Ensure high standards of achievement, behaviour and inclusion
Contribute to the day-to-day leadership and organisational running of the school
If you are excited by the prospect of joining Addison, we would welcome your application. In return, we can offer:
· An experienced and supportive Head Teacher
· Motivated, respectful and enthusiastic pupils
· A highly supportive and collaborative staff team
· A strong culture of CPD and leadership development
· A positive, inclusive and ambitious school culture
· A PATHWAY TO HEADSHIP
Please contact our Office Manager, Ms. Premji on 020 7603 5333 or email: admin@addison.lbhf.sch.uk for an application form or if you have any questions.
Please visit our website: Addison Primary School - Home for more information about the school. A school visit to meet the Head Teacher, staff and children is recommended.
Closing date: Friday 8th May 2026
Interviews: Week beginning 11th or 18th May 2026
Core Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons aligned to the required curriculum.
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Assess student progress rigorously and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Participate actively in broader school life, including extra-curricular programs.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues to elevate instructional strategies.
Candidate Requirements
- A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
- A minimum of 2 years verifiable post-qualification teaching experience.
- Demonstrable track record of excellent student outcomes.
- A bachelor's degree directly related to your teaching specialization.
- Clear criminal record check spanning the last 10 years of residency.