Deputy Headteacher

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust wishes to appoint a Deputy Headteacher at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School^[1]. The Trust, in conjunction with the Local Governing Body, is seeking to appoint a committed and inspiring teacher who has the experience, motivation, enthusiasm and skill set to work in partnership with the Headteacher, Local Governors and the Trust Central Team to help lead the future vision and development of the school. The right person for this role will be someone who can model and nurture a Christ-centred culture across the whole school, inspiring staff, pupils and families in developing their spiritual and moral formation.

As this is a teaching post, we are also looking for someone who is confident they can model effective classroom practice, lead by example and deliver leadership work alongside their teaching responsibilities. This role would be an excellent stepping stone for an ambitious leader, who is wishing to demonstrate the ability to impact on pupil outcomes and quickly form superb relationships with colleagues in readiness for headship. In return, we can offer the successful candidate the experience to work in a fantastic school with very special children, families and colleagues, as well as rich professional development opportunities.

The main duties of the role are:

• To assist the Headteacher in leading and managing the school
• To support and represent the Headteacher at meetings as and when required
• To undertake the professional duties of the Headteacher during their absence
• To be able to work in successful partnership with the Headteacher and support the Trust’s vision for raising standards

The successful candidate will:

• Be a practising and committed Catholic and someone who is committed to the Catholic ethos of the school; be a role model for everyone within our community and able to articulate a clear vision for Catholic education and the distinctive nature of Catholic schools
• Be an exemplary teacher by endorsing and following the agreed policies and by sharing their own excellent practice with the team

• Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to build happy teams in school and with external parties
• Have proven leadership skills within primary or secondary education and experience of leading school improvement
• Demonstrate an ambitious drive for each child within the Trust to succeed in all aspects of their lives
• Have strong moral and ethical principles and values
• Be enthusiastic and motivated with a ‘can do’ attitude
• Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations
• Be open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and of course have a good sense of humour

We can offer the successful candidate:

• A caring, happy school with a strong Catholic ethos
• Friendly and committed staff who are supportive and open to new ideas
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved children who enjoy learning
• Close links and group support from the other schools in this forward-thinking Catholic multi-academy trust at this exciting time in our development
• Opportunities to provide school-to-school support and to work in other schools where necessary
• An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
• A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training
• Entry into a competitive pension scheme
• A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:
  • A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family
  • A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships, and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members
  • Flu vaccination clinics
  • Eyecare vouchers

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit the school and meet with the Executive Headteacher. Please contact the Executive Headteacher, Natalie Holland, by email to make arrangements via: recuitment@corpuschristitrust.co.uk.

The Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, Section 128 checks, satisfactory references, satisfactory pre-employment health checks, satisfactory online/social media checks, and satisfactory overseas checks (where appropriate), and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Applicants are advised that schools and colleges designated with a religious character in England and Wales are permitted by law to require certain posts to be filled by practising Catholics or individuals who hold a Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies. Where it is not a requirement of the role to be a practising Catholic, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.

It is a requirement of this role to be a practising Catholic and there will be Diocesan representation on the interview panel.

The ability to communicate with members of the public in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement for the post. This is because this is a public-facing public sector post. Please note that this language requirement may be in addition to mandatory English language requirements associated with your immigration route.

The Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation.

If you would like to apply for the position, you should complete the application form available by clicking 'Apply Now' within MyNewTerm: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149935/EDV-2026-SJCPSVA-43916

In the supporting statement section, please provide evidence of your suitability for the role by providing a written statement of no more than 1,300 words and refer to the Person Specification for further guidance. You will need to read the Notes to Applicants, Privacy Notice, Job Description and Person Specification.

Please note CVs and agency referrals will not be accepted.