Deputy Headteacher

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bristol, BS32 8EJ

20 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  28 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £57,137.00 - £63,070.00 Annually (FTE) Leadership scale L5 to L9 (Pending pay award)

Deputy Headteacher job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, inspirational and values-driven leader to work alongside our Headteacher, staff and governors in leading a warm, ambitious and thriving Catholic school community. We are looking for a candidate with the vision, drive and proven leadership experience to help us build on our strong reputation and continue delivering the very best outcomes for our pupils.

The successful candidate will also take on the role of SENCO, so we are seeking a leader with a strong commitment to inclusion and a passion for ensuring that every child receives the support, challenge and opportunities they need to flourish.

We are looking for someone who:

• is a committed Catholic with a clear understanding of the distinctive nature and mission of Catholic education, and who will play a full and active role in the life of the school;
• is an outstanding classroom practitioner with a strong track record of leading high-quality teaching and learning;
• has successful leadership experience and the ability to motivate, inspire and empower staff, pupils and families;
• has experience of curriculum innovation and development, with clear evidence of impact on raising standards and improving outcomes;
• has the knowledge, commitment and strategic oversight to lead SEND provision effectively as SENCO, ensuring high-quality inclusive practice across the school;
• is a highly effective communicator with the confidence, warmth and emotional intelligence to lead others successfully;
• is passionate about ensuring every child flourishes academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

In return, we offer:

• a welcoming and inclusive school community with a strong Catholic ethos at its heart;
• enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn and take pride in their school;
• a dedicated, talented and supportive staff team committed to excellence for every child;
• a strong commitment to your professional development and leadership growth;
• supportive governors and parents who work in close partnership with the school;
• the opportunity to work strategically with the Headteacher and Governing Body to help shape the future direction of the school and realise our mission.

At St Mary’s, our faith, values and sense of community underpin everything we do. We are looking for a leader who will embrace and enhance our ethos, while bringing energy, integrity and vision to this important role.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to read the Deputy Recruitment Pack for further information about the role, the school and the opportunities this post offers.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged.

To arrange a visit or request an application pack, please contact the school office at admin@stmarysbs.org.uk.

Closing date: Monday 28th September 2026

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.

Some roles may be subject to the Childcare Act 2006 and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018, and shortlisted candidates may therefore be required to disclose relevant information. References may be requested for all candidates prior to shortlisting.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Mary's Catholic Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 205 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Mary's Catholic Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-mary-s-catholic-primary-school-bristol

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