Deputy Headteacher
St John's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy, BRIDGNORTH, Shropshire, WV16 4HW33 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
20 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
17 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L3-L5
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who:
- Can communicate the school’s vision compellingly and support the Headteacher’s strategic leadership
- Has the vision, passion and ability to lead, inspire and motivate all members of our school community to ensure they achieve their full potential.
- Is an outstanding teacher who inspires children and is able to share exemplary practice across the whole primary phase.
- Is creative, forward thinking and has proven experience in leading and managing areas of school development.
- Has the ability to build excellent relationships with pupils, families, staff, governors, the parish and the wider community
- Will promote values that maintain a disciplined, orderly school with a caring Catholic ethos.
- Will be responsible for TAs and their appraisals
The post holder will be an outstanding practitioner who is committed to raising standards for all learners. They will ensure that teaching is of the highest standard in order to secure the continued success of our school in providing the best opportunities for all children.
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
- Happy, well-behaved children who enjoy coming to school and are eager to learn and full of potential.
- Friendly, dedicated and professional staff.
- A highly committed Governing Board focused on securing an exciting future for our school.
- A strong commitment to your professional growth and leadership development.
- Excellent collaborative networks within the Catholic Multi-Academy Trust.
- A welcoming school with a strong community spirit.
- A supportive body of parents.
Bridgnorth is a picturesque historic market town in Shropshire, with the school just a short walk from the vibrant town centre. Ideally located, it’s easily accessible from Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, offering the charm of town life with easy access to the M54 and other main roads.
Further information about the job
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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St John's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
- School type
- Academy, Catholic, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- Up to 210 pupils
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- head@sjrc.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01746762061
St John’s is a happy school with a family-like feel and our core purpose is to ensure that all children in our care have the opportunity and support to achieve their full potential. The children’s wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, developing academically and socially in our friendly environment which offers safety and security whilst nurturing confidence and independence.
We have a dedicated team of staff who are committed to providing excellent education and we try to provide as many curriculum enrichment opportunities as we can so that the children have the opportunity to enjoy their time in school, and to develop a love of learning.
We welcome children from all faiths and backgrounds and we celebrate the unique gifts of each child. Living out the Gospel values and Catholic Social Teaching is very important to us; we want each child to be the best they can be and to contribute positively to society in the future.
Arranging a visit to St John's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@sjrc.co.uk.
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