DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Together, with God, we develop a life-long love of learning where the St. Joseph’s community flourishes.

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DEPUTY HEADTEACHER REQUIRED FOR St Joseph’s RC Primary School

Salary L6 L10 (£58,569 - £64,691)

St Joseph’s is a strong, caring Catholic community where all are equally valued and respected. Children lie at the heart of our successful school. Our warm, happy and friendly school is fully inclusive, serves the local community and has a strong ethos of mutual respect.

We benefit from supportive parents, excellent parish and community links, and a strong Catholic identity that underpins all aspects of school life.

“The school is seen as a ‘beacon of hope’ for all who are part of their community, where every child and family is welcomed, valued and supported to achieve to the best of their potential.”
C.S.I. Jan 2024

Due to the recent appointment of a new Headteacher, the Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding, highly motivated Deputy Headteacher with excellent leadership and management skills to support the continued development of our successful school.

Our core mission places the child at the centre of everything we do, and our Deputy Headteacher will share this vision. Working closely with the Headteacher, the successful candidate will help build on our achievements and continue to drive the school forward.

We offer:

• An exciting opportunity to work in a successful school with hardworking, well-behaved children who have a love of learning
• A happy, friendly and welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos
• A diverse cohort of children and a wonderful community culture
• A rich and creative curriculum which provides opportunities for pupils to learn a wide range of skills to a high level
• A culture which promotes “effective strategies to identify and support pupils with SEND. A nurture room in which pupils benefit from relationships with caring staff, who help them to self-regulate their emotions and be ready to learn.” OFSTED Nov 2024
• A team of friendly, professional and dedicated staff who are committed to the highest standards
• A supportive Governing Body who will work with you and the Headteacher to achieve your aspirations “as they continue to improve the quality of education that the school provides for pupils.” OFSTED Nov 2024

Our Deputy Headteacher will:

• Be a practising Catholic who actively supports and promotes our Catholic ethos and vision
• Work closely with the Headteacher to provide strong leadership and management across the school
• Have a collegiate approach to leadership and be able to challenge, support and inspire others to excel
• Be committed to working in close partnership with the local parish, parents and the wider community
• Support the continued development of high-quality teaching and learning and promote high standards of pupil achievement
• Promote the well-being and personal development of every child
• Be approachable, positive and have a good sense of humour

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact Jeanette Daniels, School Business Manager, on 01204 333055 to arrange a convenient time.

Applications must only be completed using the Senior Leadership Application Form, available via the school website.

Vacancies St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School

Our school website will enable you to access more detailed information about St. Joseph’s. Please submit your application to

danielsj@st-josephrcp.bolton.sch.uk

Visits to school: Tuesday 14^th April at 1.30pm and Tuesday 21^st April at 1.30pm. Please notify the school office if you would like to attend on 01204333055.

Closing Date: Tuesday 28^th April 2026

Shortlisting: Tuesday 5^th May 2026

Assessment centre and interviews: 19^th & 20^th May 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to successful DBS checks and references.