Deputy Headteacher
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Stockport, Cheshire, SK1 1EF27 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st September 2026
Closing date
27 April 2026 at 1pm
Date listed
31 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £55,747.00 - £61,534.00 Annually (FTE) L4-L8
Deputy Headteacher job summary
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:
o - A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family
o - 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
o - Flu vaccination clinics
o - 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 by clicking 'Apply Now'.
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.
[1] Please note that whilst the successful candidate will be appointed to a particular school within the Trust, the Trust reserves the right to deploy staff at any of its schools depending on need, where agreement is reached with all parties.
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 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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 102 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Welcome to St Joseph's Catholic Primary School. Our school is a special place which serves the children and families of central Stockport and its surrounding areas.
At St Joseph’s, our curriculum is designed to inspire a love of learning, nurture curiosity, and equip every child with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to thrive in an ever-changing world. Rooted in our school’s ethos and the National Curriculum, our broad and balanced curriculum ensures that all pupils develop academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and inclusive environment.
We believe that learning should be engaging, meaningful, and relevant to our children’s lives. Our curriculum is carefully sequenced to build knowledge and understanding over time, fostering deep learning and critical thinking. We encourage children to become confident, independent learners who take ownership of their progress and develop resilience in the face of challenges.
Through high-quality teaching, enrichment opportunities, and a focus on personal development, we aim to empower every child to achieve their full potential. Our curriculum celebrates diversity, promotes British values, and ensures that every child is prepared for the next stage of their education and their future role in society.
At the heart of our vision is the belief that every child matters. We are committed to providing a curriculum that is ambitious, inclusive, and designed to unlock the unique potential of each learner, inspiring them to be curious, creative, and compassionate citizens of the future.
Visitors are welcome and we are proud to show around any prospective families who would like to find out more about St Joseph's. Partnership between home and school is highly valued and we look forward to working together with our parents in ensuring the very best outcomes for our children.
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