Deputy Headteacher

Holy Family Catholic Primary School; South Benfleet; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Family Catholic Primary School seeks a Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated team as a practising Catholic leader. You will work with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to shape culture, raise standards and foster a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

You will build strong partnerships with pupils, families and the wider community while modelling safeguarding and high professional expectations.

Qualifications

• Must be a practising Catholic actively supporting Catholic life and mission.
• Experience as deputy head or senior leadership in primary education is expected.
• Proven ability to inspire staff and drive school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Help shape a culture of high expectations, ambition and inclusion.
• Build relationships with pupils, families and the wider community.
• Lead and support staff to ensure every child achieves their best.
• Work with Headteacher and SLT to shape development and future direction.

Skills

Catholic leadership

Outstanding classroom practitioner

Vision and drive for schoolimprovement

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to play a key role in the next stage of our school's development. Governors wish to appoint an experienced and highly effective Catholic leader with the vision, ambition and drive to inspire others, support our continued improvement journey, and ensure that every child and member of staff achieves their very best.

As a practising Catholic, you will bring vision, enthusiasm and a deep commitment to Catholic education. Working in partnership with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership team, you will help shape a culture of high expectations, ambition and inclusion. You will build strong and positive relationships with pupils, staff, families and the wider community, ensuring that Christ remains at the centre of all we do. Together, we will nurture children academically and spiritually, enabling them to fulfil their God-given potential and become confident, compassionate members of society.

• Is a committed practising Catholic who will actively support and promote the Catholic life and mission of the school.
• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion for teaching and learning.
• Has the vision, energy and determination to drive school improvement.
• Leads with kindness, integrity and high expectations.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and has the ability to motivate, inspire and develop others
• Builds strong partnerships with children, families, staff, governors and the wider community.
• Is committed to securing high-quality teaching and learning and sustaining long-term improvement.
• Has high aspirations for every child and is dedicated to ensuring they reach their full potential.
• Is proactive, resilient, optimistic and able to lead effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Is passionate about safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of all children and staff.
• Thrives as part of a collaborative team and is eager to contribute to the next stage of our school's development.

In return, we can offer:

• Enthusiastic children who are proud of their school and who are eager to learn.
• A welcoming, caring and supportive Catholic ethos where relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
• A talented, dedicated and hardworking staff team committed to securing the best outcomes for all pupils.
• Supportive parents who value and actively engage in school life.
• A committed and ambitious Local Governing Committee and Trust Board.
• The opportunity to work alongside a new and ambitious Headteacher and play a key role in shaping the future of the school.
• Excellent professional development, collaboration and leadership opportunities through the Assisi Catholic Trust and the Diocese of Brentwood.
• Extensive support from a strong network of Trust schools committed to excellence and continuous improvement.
• A culture of encouragement, innovation and professional growth where your contribution will be valued and celebrated.

If you are an inspirational Catholic leader who wants to make a meaningful difference and help write the next chapter in the story of Holy Family Catholic Primary School, we would love to hear from you and to show you around our school

At Holy Family Catholic Primary School, we believe passionately that every child deserves the very best. With Christ at the centre of everything we do, we are a truly special one-form entry school with a Nursery, where every child is known, valued and encouraged to thrive. Our wonderful children, dedicated staff and supportive families work together to create a warm, welcoming and nurturing Catholic community, rooted in Gospel values and committed to helping every child reach their full potential.