Deputy Headteacher

Job Summary

Are you a passionate and dedicated leader ready to make a lasting impact in education? [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] invites applications for the role of Deputy Headteacher at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], a vibrant school where excellence and faith come together to nurture the potential of every child.

The role will involve leading on the development and implementation of the school's curriculum, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, and driving continuous improvement in student outcomes. The Deputy Headteacher will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive, inclusive, and enriching school culture that aligns with the school's Catholic ethos, vision, and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum design and implementation, ensuring a broad, balanced, coherent curriculum underpinned by Catholic values.
• Oversee the school timetable and assessment practices to track pupil progress.
• Monitor and evaluate teaching quality and student outcomes, providing support and challenge to staff.
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning, and assessment for outstanding outcomes.
• Develop staff through professional development and well-being strategies.
• Build relationships with pupils, parents, staff, governors, and the wider community.
• Foster a positive, inclusive school culture aligned with Catholic ethos.

Candidate Requirements

• Practising Catholic with commitment to the teachings and mission of the Catholic Church.
• Proven leadership experience in education.
• Strong track record of improving student outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to upholding the Catholic ethos of the school.

Application Process

Complete an online application via https://www.srscmat.co.uk/work-with-us/vacancies/ by Friday 8 May 2026 at 23:59. Visits and informal discussions with Headteacher Julia Wiggins can be arranged by calling 01298 23589.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical check, and right to work verification. Visas cannot be sponsored.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a primary school (ages 5-11) with 228 pupils, committed to Christ-centred education, respect, inclusivity, and high achievement.

Why work for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

• First-class CPD opportunities through [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and Leadership Academy.
• Career progression across 25 academies in the trust and 84 across the Diocese.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support and counselling.
• Teachers' Pension Scheme with 23.68% employer contributions or Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.
• Nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay.