Deputy Headteacher

Job description

Ref: 001606

Deputy Headteacher

Salary: L8-12

Working Pattern: Contract from 1st January 2027

The Governors of St. Herbert's RC Primary School are seeking to appoint a well-motivated and inspirational practising Catholic Teacher to share the leadership and management of our school.

This is a successful, much-loved school where we are charged with the mission of educating each child as a whole person ensuring that they are cared for in such a way that their physical, moral and intellectual talents may develop in a harmonious manner.

We are looking for someone who:

• is a committed practising Catholic, and has a clear understanding of the distinctive nature of our school and a commitment to Catholic education,
• is an enthusiastic, outstanding teacher with experience across the primary phase and high expectations of achievement and behaviour,
• is committed to working in partnership with staff, governors, parents and pupils, and will continue to develop and enhance our strong links with the Parish Community,
• has excellent management and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, challenge and inspire, Positivity, pro-activity, passion and the ability to be reflective and improve are vital!

We can offer:

• a friendly, welcoming school with hard working and dedicated staff and Governing Board,
• a 'Good' school and improving school (Ofsted, December 2024),
• commitment to your continued professional development,
• enthusiastic, considerate pupils, willing and eager to learn,
• supportive parents; excellent parish and community links.

To benefit prospective candidates, informal visits to the school are available on 9th July PM or 1st September PM; to confirm a visit, please contact Ms Prytherch - School Business Manager, on 0161 633 1318.

St Herbert's RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. This appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

To apply for this position, please download the application form and supporting documentation, which can also be found on our school website, and send the completed form to [email protected], by the closing date listed below.

Please note, it is the CES application form that must be submitted.

Closing Date: Friday 2 October 2026 at 12 noon.

Shortlisting: Monday 5 October 2026.

Observations: w/c Monday 12 October 2026

Interviews: Friday 16 October 2026.