Catholic Deputy Headteacher - Lead & Inspire Primary

St Herbert's RC Primary; Chadderton; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good Ofsted rating

Professional development

Parish/community links

Friendly staff and Governing Board

Job summary

St Herbert’s RC Primary School in Chadderton invites applications for a Deputy Headteacher to share leadership and drive school improvement. The appointee will advocate Catholic values, lead staff and foster strong Parish links while maintaining high standards of teaching and behaviour.

Closing date 2 October 2026; interviews 16 October 2026; informal visits available 9 July or 1 September. The role is on a contract from 1 January 2027 and offers a supportive team, ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Practising Catholic with a clear understanding of the school's distinctive nature and commitment to Catholic education.
• Outstanding primary teacher with high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and develop others.

Responsibilities

• Share the leadership and management of the school with the Headteacher.
• Lead, challenge and inspire staff while promoting partnership with governors, parents and pupils.

Skills

Leadership & management

Catholic education

Interpersonal skills

Enthusiastic teaching

Parish community collaboration

Job description

St Herbert’s RC Primary School in Chadderton invites applications for a Deputy Headteacher to share leadership and drive school improvement. The appointee will advocate Catholic values, lead staff and foster strong Parish links while maintaining high standards of teaching and behaviour.

Closing date 2 October 2026; interviews 16 October 2026; informal visits available 9 July or 1 September. The role is on a contract from 1 January 2027 and offers a supportive team, ongoing professional