Deputy Headteacher for Store Heddinge School with responsibility for grades 0-5

Would you lead the way for the youngest students' school life and help create participation opportunities for all children?

At Store Heddinge School we are seeking a vice principal who, with clarity, presence and developmental power, can lead our 0th–5th grade. We are looking for a leader who believes that strong communities, high expectations and professional relationships are essential for children to thrive, learn and develop.

You will become a central part of the school's leadership team (consisting of the head of department for 6th–9th grade, the head of department for our special and autism classes and inclusion; pedagogical leader for SFO and school principal). At the same time, you will have the opportunity to influence the development of a school that works purposefully to ensure that all children feel like meaningful participants in the community.

Who are we?

Store Heddinge School is a school with strong values, high ambitions and a shared belief that all children do their best. We work from a common view of children, where we meet children with curiosity, respect and positive expectations. With us, students are not "yours" or "mine". They are our children , and we share responsibility for their learning, well-being and development.

We believe that words leave traces , and we are focused on how our communication, actions and expectations affect children, staff and parents.

At the same time, we are in the midst of an exciting development, where we deliberately work to strengthen participation opportunities for all children through inclusive learning communities, professional learning communities and strong collaborations.

The position

As vice principal you will have the overall leadership responsibility for 0th–5th grade. You will lead a committed staff group of teachers and pedagogues, and you will play an important role in creating direction, coherence and development across grades and subject areas.

Your main tasks will be to

• Take on personnel management for staff in 0th–5th grade
• Ensure high quality in teaching and pedagogical practice
• Be close to staff through sparring, feedback and follow-up
• Support the development of strong professional learning communities
• Drive the school's development initiatives in close collaboration with management and staff
• Contribute to a clear and well-functioning school operation
• Strengthen collaboration with parents and external partners

You will be an important driving force in working with

• Participation opportunities for all children
• Development of inclusive learning communities
• Establishment and further development of more middle forms at the school
• The school’s strength and work with strong child communities
• Parallel teaching and flexible learning environments
• Data-informed practice and joint reflection on students’ learning and well-being
• A culture characterized by collaboration, shared responsibility and professional curiosity

We are looking for a leader who

• Is clear, authentic and trust-building
• Has strong relational competences
• Can create followership and inspire staff toward shared development
• Has experience with personnel management and pedagogical leadership
• Is structured and can translate visions into action
• Is visible in daily life and cares about the school’s core mission
• Believes in the value of community, collaboration and involvement
• Can balance operations and development
• Has the courage to make decisions and the ability to listen

We imagine that you have experience from the school world and preferably a leadership education or ambitions to pursue one.

We offer

• An ambitious school with a strong value base
• Skilled and engaged staff
• A close and well-functioning leadership team
• Opportunity to make a significant mark on the school’s development
• An organization with space, humor and joy in work
• A daily life where there is focus on both people, results and community

We hope that you are the leader who

• Can set a clear direction without leading alone
• Believes that the best solutions are created together
• Sees potential rather than limitations
• Has your heart in the work with children, staff and parents

If you want to help create a school where all children feel they belong, can learn and can succeed, we look forward to hearing from you.

If you have questions about the position or would like to visit the school, you are welcome to contact the school principal Annette Rasmussen by email at [email protected] or by mobile: 23 47 74 34.

The application deadline is November 4, 2026. Apply electronically below.

The first interview will be held on November 9, 2026, while the second interview will be held on November 17, 2026. There will be a test between the first and second interview for candidates progressing to the second round.