Deputy Headteacher
St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2LZ28 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
17 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
20 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: Full Time, Monday to Friday All Year Round, 52.143 Weeks Per Year
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Between £57,137 and £63,070
Pay scale
- Leadership L5 - L9
What skills and experience we're looking for
You will:
- Lead and develop teaching and learning across the whole school, ensuring consistent excellence in classroom practice.
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning, providing support and guidance to staff.
- Lead on curriculum development, implementation, and assessment.
- Analyse data to identify trends and inform school improvement strategies.
- Contribute to the strategic leadership and management of the school, working closely with the Headteacher.
- Deputise for the Headteacher as required.
- Lead professional development initiatives to enhance staff expertise.
- Contribute to the school's self-evaluation and improvement planning.
- Support the safeguarding and well-being of all pupils.
We are looking for someone who:
- Possesses strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
- Has a deep understanding of the national curriculum and assessment practices.
- Is passionate about raising standards and improving outcomes for all pupils.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is committed to their own professional development and the development of others.
- Has the ability to analyse data effectively to drive improvement.
- Is a team player with a positive and proactive approach.
- Has knowledge of current educational legislation and best practice.
What the school offers its staff
WHAT WE OFFER
A caring, welcoming school community with engaged children and a supportive staff team
A culture of collaboration, where staff are motivated and professional development is encouraged
Opportunities to work with and learn from colleagues across the Trust
Central support from HR, School Improvement, Finance, Estates and IT, allowing you to focus on educational leadership
A Governing Committee and Trust team who are ambitious for the school and committed to your success
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to wellbeing support for you and your family
Perkbox employee benefits platform
Cycle to work scheme
Further information about the job
St Luke and St Philip’s Church of England Primary Academy is a warm, welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of its community. Rooted in strong Christian values and close links with the parish and Diocese, our school is a place where children are encouraged to flourish academically, spiritually and personally. Our Christian Values are Trust, Truth, Peace and Thankfulness are at the heart of all aspects of school life. Ofsted have reported our school as, “a small oasis in the middle of a socially deprived area”.
Guided by our vision:
“The family of St Luke and St Philip’s will ensure excellence is encouraged, minds are opened, diversity is embraced, respect is expected and talents are nurtured under the umbrella of God’s love.”
We strive to provide a nurturing environment where every child is valued, supported and inspired to achieve their full potential.
We are proud of our caring ethos, our committed staff team and our positive relationships with families and the wider community. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and values-driven leader to build on the school’s strengths and lead the next phase of development.
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.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 204 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- louise.gregson@cidari.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01254 958888
We believe that our school is a very special place for children to learn and we are always very pleased that parents choose our school as the place for their children to embark on the next stages of development and growth.
St Luke and St Philip’s converted from a Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School to an Academy in May 2014. We are now a member of the Cidari Multi Academy Trust.
Our school provides a grounding in the Christian faith for all its children with emphasis on collective worship as part of its daily life. Christian values are built into the ethos and teaching of our school with the support of all Governors and staff for its Christian foundation. We also seek to encourage an understanding and respect for other world faiths.
Arranging a visit to St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email louise.gregson@cidari.co.uk.
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