Deputy Headteacher

Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Warton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 1AD

27 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  2 October 2025 at 1pm

• Date listed

  5 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £55,746.00 - £61,534.00 Annually (Actual)

Deputy Headteacher job summary

Thank you for your interest in the post of Deputy Headteacher at Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Warton. We are delighted that you are considering applying to join our community at such an important stage in our journey.

We are a welcoming and vibrant Catholic school with 160 children on roll, aged 4 to 11, and a dedicated, talented staff team committed to providing an excellent education in a nurturing environment. At Holy Family, our mission - “Love one another as I have loved you”—is at the heart of everything we do, shaping our vision for the future and guiding us in creating an environment in which children, staff and families can grow spiritually, morally, socially, culturally and intellectually.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and practising Catholic leader who will work closely with the Headteacher, staff, governors and parish to build on our many strengths and make a positive contribution to the areas of school life which need to grow and develop further. The right candidate will have vision, courage and resilience; will encourage and develop others; and will help us ensure that each child develops confidence in the love of Our Lord, discovers their God given talents and fulfils their potential, academically and personally.

In return, we can offer you enthusiastic children who are eager to learn, a committed and supportive team of staff, engaged parents and governors who will value your contribution and support your wellbeing and professional growth. Our school is proud of its strong sense of community and of the positive relationships that underpin all we do.

We warmly encourage you to visit us to see our school in action and to meet the children and staff who make Holy Family such a special place. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time. You will also find more about us on our website: www.family.lancs.sch.uk.

Please refer to the application pack for the job description, person specification and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:

DBS
Medical clearance
Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 2nd October 2025 - midday
Shortlisting: Tuesday 7th October 2025
Interview date: Tuesday 21st October 2025

Post Details
Salary: Leadership scale L4 to L8
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Required: 1st January 2026

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

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

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 Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Warton

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 149 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Warton website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/holy-family-catholic-primary-school-warton-preston

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