Deputy Headteacher
Overview
St Bede’s and St Joseph’s Catholic College is an oversubscribed, co-educational Catholic Secondary School in Bradford, formed in in 2014 through the merger of St Bede’s Catholic Grammar School and St Joseph’s Catholic College and is one of two secondary schools and seventeen primary schools that form the Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust.
The Local Academy Council are seeking an experienced and inspiring leader as Deputy Headteacher. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership of the curriculum and the organisational structures of the College, ensuring that the timetable, staffing and curriculum pathways enable high-quality teaching and strong student outcomes.
The role involves leading curriculum and organisational systems across a large, two-site College, requiring a high level of strategic thinking, precision and organisational expertise.
Job Advert & Description
Curriculum & Organisation
“How the College runs academically”
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Leadership
Lead the design and development of the curriculum across Key Stages 3-5.
Ensure curriculum pathways are ambitious, coherent and inclusive.
Oversee the options process and subject provision.
Timetable and Organisation:
Lead the construction and management of the timetable across both sites. Ensure effective deployment of teaching staff.
Oversee curriculum modelling and planning.
Staffing and Cover:
Lead staffing allocation to support curriculum delivery. Oversee cover arrangements to ensure continuity of learning.
Work closely with the Business Manager on staffing and operational planning Strategic Leadership.
Contribute to whole-College improvement planning.
Work collaboratively with Deputies responsible for Outcomes and Culture. Ensure curriculum structures support strong academic performance.
We are seeking a candidate who:
is an experienced senior leader with a strong track record in curriculum leadership;
has expertise in timetable construction and organisational planning; is able to think strategically and manage complexity effectively; demonstrates strong leadership of people and systems;
is a practising Catholic (as specified on page 8);
is committed to the mission and values of Catholic education.
Why Join SBSJ?
A large, ambitious and distinctive Catholic College. A clear and well-structured leadership team.
A curriculum that values both excellence and formation. A strong sense of community and shared purpose.
The opportunity to shape the academic experience of nearly 2,000 students.
Salary & Benefits
Salary from LDR25 £93,421 to LDR30 ££105,592 per year
Location
St Bede's & St Joseph's Catholic College
Ardor | Upper School Site
Highgate, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4BQ
Ignis | Lower School Site
Cunliffe Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD8 7AP
Application Procedure
Please complete the forms below and email to personnel@sbsj.co.uk
SBSJ__-_DEPUTY_HEADTEACHER.pdfSBSJ_applicant_information_pack__DHT__6_.pdfDocs/Right-to-Work-in-UK-Declaration-Form.docxApplication_Form_-_Senior_LeadershipDisqualification_Declaration_Form.docxRecruitment_Monitoring_Form.docx
Safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the exceptions order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Appointments will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the receipt of satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is based on merit and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We strive to foster a work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.
