Deputy Headteacher

Jobsgopublic Limited; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

St Luke’s Catholic Primary School in Knowsley seeks a Deputy Headteacher to work with the Headteacher to drive school improvement within a Catholic ethos. The role requires inspirational leadership, safeguarding oversight, and a focus on developing staff and pupils.

The successful candidate will lead collaboratively with the governing body, staff and families, ensuring inclusive education and strategic development of the school’s Catholic ethos and wider curriculum.

Qualifications

• Experience at senior leadership level in a primary school.
• Commitment to Catholic ethos and safeguarding.
• Strong strategic planning and school improvement track record.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
• Understanding of SEND provision and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership with Headteacher to drive school improvement.
• Lead and develop staff, manage safeguarding and safeguarding officer duties.
• Engage with parents, governors, and external agencies.
• Observe teaching and mentoring staff as part of leadership duties.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Teamwork

Job description

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Permanent Full Time Contract

School Leadership Range L5-L9 / £57,137 - £63,070 per annum

Required January 2027

The Governing Body of St. Luke’s Catholic Primary School wish to invite applications from outstanding and inspirational practising Catholic teachers, with proven leadership and management skills, to play a pivotal role as Deputy Headteacher in our wonderful school. This is an exciting challenge for someone who can show commitment to maintaining and developing our Catholic ethos and work closely with our Headteacher to drive school improvement.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• An understanding of the role of Deputy Headteacher and work in partnership with colleagues, parents, governors, external agencies and the wider school community.
• An ability to build warm, positive and inclusive relationships with all stakeholders
• Is a strategic thinker, able to lead, inspire and motivate both staff and pupils.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills to inspire children and colleagues.
• Outstanding classroom teaching and effective assessment procedures. (There is an element of classroom teaching to this role)
• A secure understanding of SEND provision and procedures.
• Effective leadership experience and a commitment to drive school improvement.
• We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who have the skills and drive to be part of the St Luke’s Religious Education team alongside the wider curriculum development.
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding procedures and policies in order to fulfill the role of safeguarding officer/ Deputy DSL .

We can offer:

• A caring and safe school with a warm and nurturing ethos rooted in the Catholic faith.
• An opportunity to develop and enhance your skills and experience whilst working with the Headteacher to forge an effective and dynamic leadership team.
• A happy, friendly and welcoming community with a positive and caring Catholic ethos.
• Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and achieve.
• A commitment to your wellbeing and professional development.
• A supportive Governing Body committed to the ongoing success of the school.

By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2026’

Closing date for applications is Monday, 12 October 2026 at 3.30pm.

Shortlisting will take place on: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 4pm.

Teaching and learning observations will take place on: Week beginning 19 October 2026

(We will ask to observe you teach in your own school where possible )

(Candidates who have been unsuccessful at this stage will be informed and will not be taken through to the interview stage).

Interviews will take place on: Thursday, 22 October 2026.

Contact Information: Miss Kerry Evans , Tel [phone], [e-mail]

St Luke’s Catholic Primary School, Shaw Lane, Prescot, L35 5A