Deputy Headteacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension employer contrib

Professional development support

Trust/Diocese leadership collaboration

Job summary

St Joseph and St Bede RC Primary School in Greater Manchester is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to support the Headteacher, drive school improvement, and lead staff in delivering outstanding education. You will work within the Catholic Academy Trust to maintain high standards and foster a safe environment.

The role emphasizes strategic development, staff management, and effective decision-making to ensure continued excellence across the school community.

Qualifications

• Senior management and leadership experience.
• Proven experience of leading and managing staff.
• Confident communicator with excellent written and oral skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly proficient in ICT systems.
• Works well under pressure with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in providing leadership across the school.
• Ensure pupils receive an outstanding education.
• Lead and motivate staff, promoting teamwork and strong relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement and school improvement through decision-making.
• Foster a safe, secure and welcoming school setting.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the Trust.
• Manage teams and resources alongside the Headteacher.

Skills

Senior leadership

Staff management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

ICT proficiency

Pressure handling

Job description

Deputy Headteacher post at St Joseph and St Bede RC Primary School, part of St Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust, supporting the Headteacher. The core work is leading and managing staff, driving school improvement and keeping the setting safe, while contributing to the Trust's strategy. The post sits within a growing group of Catholic academies across Greater Manchester. An enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK are required; visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Support the Headteacher in providing leadership across the school
• Ensure pupils receive an outstanding education
• Lead and motivate staff, promoting teamwork and strong working relationships
• Drive continuous improvement and school improvement through decision-making
• Foster a safe, secure and welcoming school setting
• Contribute to the strategic development of the Trust
• Maintain consistency and high standards through management practice
• Manage teams and resources alongside the Headteacher

What’s required

Experience

• Senior management and leadership experience
• Proven experience of leading and managing staff

Skills & knowledge

• Confident communicator with excellent written and oral skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly proficient in ICT systems
• Works well under pressure, with accuracy, attention to detail and tight deadlines
• Flexible approach to working patterns

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check including children's barred list check
• Right to work in the UK
• Satisfactory references
• Self-disclosure of cautions and convictions

What’s offered

• Generous Teachers' Pension employer contribution
• Tailored professional and spiritual development support from the Trust and the Diocese
• Membership of a forward-thinking leadership team
• Support from a dedicated Central Team and Trust Board
• Access to local and borough-wide networks for innovation and best practice