Deputy Headteacher
Age Range: 4 - 11
Pay Scale: L7 - L11 (£57831 - £63815)
Required from September 2025
Full Time
Overview
St Clare’s Catholic Primary School is part of the Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust. The Trust comprises of 17 Primaries and two Secondaries that work together as a family of Schools. The Academy Council and Trust Board of this much improved school are looking to appoint an inspirational leader, whose own vision and faith support our mission in providing an excellent Catholic Education, where every person is precious to God.
St Clare’s vision is to provide an outstanding Catholic education for all children. We are passionate about making our school the very best it can be and are looking for someone who shares this vision and is keen to work in close partnership with the Headteacher, staff team, Trust and Governors. The newly appointed Deputy Headteacher will be class based with dedicated weekly management time given.
St Clare’s is an exciting place for anyone who is passionate about improving the life changes of young people. Working closely with the leaders across the Trust, our new Deputy Headteacher will have the opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of our children and the community we serve.
Please note it is an occupational requirement that a Deputy Headteacher in a catholic school is a practicing catholic.
Salary & Benefits
Salary from £57831 to £63815 per year
Location
St Clare's Catholic Primary School
Fagley Road
Fagley
West Yorkshire
BD2 3JD
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
Deadline: 24 April 2025 at 9am
Please apply using the documents below. Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged directly with the school.
Please send applications or any queries to hr@bcwcat.co.uk
Application form senior LeadershipConsent to obtain references
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.
