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  • Job start date

    1 September 2025

  • Closing date

    7 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    1 April 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Deputy headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

L10 -L14

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a strong, dynamic and inspirational leader who:

• has a clear vision and understanding of Catholic education and a commitment to promote the Catholic ethos throughout the whole school community

• is a model of excellent teaching, passionate in developing high expectations and striving for excellence

• has effective communication and interpersonal skills

• has the ability to challenge, inspire, motivate and lead staff and children to achieve the highest standards

• has a good knowledge of curriculum development

• can work with staff to develop an exciting and ambitious curriculum

• is creative, forward thinking and resilient

• is caring and embodies the respectful and inclusive ethos of our school

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• fantastic children who are eager to learn

• an exciting opportunity to be involved in the shaping of the future of the school Governing Board which is fully committed to a brighter future for the whole school community

• Governing Board who cares about your wellbeing

• support for your professional development

• support from both the Diocese and the local authority

Further details about the role

https://www.st-bernards.manchester.sch.uk/vacancies/

For more information about us and the role please use the link.

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

Please complete the online application.

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About St Bernard's RC Primary School Manchester

School type
Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
192 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01614327635

St Bernard’s R.C. Primary School is a warm, friendly and nurturing environment, underpinned by a strong Catholic ethos and high aspirations for all. Our vision is to help every child achieve their full potential, equipped with the tools for lifelong learning and future success.

With a team of outstanding teachers and support staff, we give every child the opportunity to grow, learn and be challenged. Our Christian faith permeates all aspects of school life, supporting the spiritual and moral development of children alongside their academic achievements.

With our holistic and inclusive approach, we celebrate the uniqueness of every individual, giving pupils the motivation, skills and confidence to fulfil their aspirations both within and beyond the school gates.

Arranging a visit to St Bernard's RC Primary School Manchester

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email p.jones@st-bernards.manchester.sch.uk.

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