Deputy Headteacher

Salary details: £ - £

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Cloudside Academy is a very friendly, caring primary school where everyone is valued for their individuality and the talents that they have, while also seeing themselves as part of a supportive team. Every child is given the opportunity to thrive while empowering and encouraging others. We create an inclusive culture where our children respect, understand and encourage difference, valuing what each other have to offer the team.

We have large outside grounds, which include two playgrounds, a large playing field, a wooded area and an allotment. These areas provide the children with space to play; use during PE lessons; allow us to grow our own food and investigate during Science or Geography lessons. We are fortunate to have our own swimming pool where every child swims, each year, as part of the PE curriculum.

We are a large two-form entry junior school, situated in the locality of Sandiacre, on the border of Derby and Nottingham and part of the Erewash Borough of Derbyshire. Cloudside Academy has capacity for 320 pupils, where our curriculum is bespoke to our school context, taking into account the children’s specific needs. All decisions made are based on the known needs of our children and the community. 

As part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust we are committed to providing the highest quality education, enabling every pupil to reach their full potential. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational leader to play a key role in shaping the future on our school. 

The successful candidate will be a highly effective leader who:

• Has a proven track record of successful senior leadership and school improvement.
• Is passionate about securing the highest standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
• Has the ability to inspire, motivate and develop staff at all levels.
• Demonstrates strategic vision combined with excellent operational leadership.
• Has high expectations of themselves, colleagues and learners.
• Is committed to inclusion, equity and ensuring every learner achieves their full potential.
• Is resilient, solution-focused and relentless in the pursuit of excellence. 

In return, the successful candidate will:

• have full support from a highly successful and experienced leadership team;
• work in a school with high aspirations for all of its pupils and staff;
• have access to the L.E.A.D. Urban Teaching School Alliance’s professional development programme;
• have excellent in house training and CPD opportunities
• be provided with excellent career opportunities.
• have the opportunity to network in a thriving cluster
• the opportunity to develop leadership skills
• a school that believes in putting children first, raising standards and transforming lives. 

Cloudside Academy is part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust which is a registered charity created in 2011.  The Trust aims, through outstanding leadership, to provide the highest quality education to enable every pupil to realise their full potential.  Further information about the Trust and how to apply can be found here L.E.A.D. Academy Trust | SAMpeople Recruit

This is a superb opportunity to develop and progress professionally and to impact upon children’s learning. 

Please view our website www.cloudsideacademy.co.uk to learn more about our school.

Visits to school are warmly welcomed. 

Safeguarding Statement

The L.E.A.D. Academy Trust and our school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.  All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks and other relevant employment checks. 

For more information or to visit the school please contact Sam Grogan (School Business Manager) on 01159 392263 or by emailing info@cloudsideacademy.co.uk

Provisional Interview Date: Friday 9 October 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.