Deputy Headteacher: Inspiring Catholic Leadership

Knowsley Libraries; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catholic ethos school

Leadership development opportunities

Wellbeing and professional development

Supportive governing body

Job summary

St Luke’s Catholic Primary School invites applications for a Deputy Headteacher to work with the Headteacher in sustaining and developing our Catholic ethos while driving school improvement. The role involves leadership across teaching, learning and safeguarding, with an element of classroom teaching.

We seek someone with outstanding leadership experience, strategic thinking and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality education for all children within our school community.

Qualifications

• Experience and track record in senior leadership roles in a primary school.
• Strong commitment to Catholic ethos and values.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to build warm, inclusive relationships with stakeholders.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher to drive school improvement and strategic planning.
• Lead and develop staff, monitor teaching and learning, and support performance management.
• Model outstanding classroom practice with a focus on SEND provision.
• Work with the Religious Education team on curriculum development.
• Ensure safeguarding policies are implemented effectively and act as Deputy DSL if required.

Job description

St Luke’s Catholic Primary School invites applications for a Deputy Headteacher to work with the Headteacher in sustaining and developing our Catholic ethos while driving school improvement. The role involves leadership across teaching, learning and safeguarding, with an element of classroom teaching.

We seek someone with outstanding leadership experience, strategic thinking and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality education for all children within our school community.