Deputy Headteacher (Holy Name Catholic Primary School)

Deputy Headteacher Job Title: Deputy Headteacher
Employer: Holy Name Catholic Primary School
Job Type: Leadership
Job Phase: Primary
NOR: 306
Grade: L11 - L18
Actual Salary: To be determined, based on experience.
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Start immediately
Closing Date: Monday, May 12th, 2025

About the School
The Board of Governors at Holy Name RC Primary School are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher with proven skills and experience. They should have the same level of ambition as our Headteacher, as we look to move the school forward. Holy Name Catholic Primary School was judged as "Outstanding" in our recent Catholic Schools Inspection and in our latest OFSTED report school was judged to be "Good." Holy Name RC School is a happy and welcoming environment where children are encouraged to "shine like the stars."
We offer:
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Being part of a close-knit Catholic school community
• A welcoming, supportive and caring school community rooted in faith
• A happy, positive work environment with well-being at the heart of what we do
• Well behaved children who are eager to learn
• The opportunity to lead an experienced, high calibre, hardworking and friendly staff team

About the Role
As Deputy Head, you will play a key role in supporting the Headteacher and contributing to the strategic direction of the school. You will help integrate Catholic values into every aspect of school life and lead our committed staff in delivering a high-quality education. We require an outstanding leader capable of inspiring, motivating and supporting pupils and staff to achieve their full potential. See attached job description for more detail.

Personal Qualities
The successful candidate will be someone who:
• Is a practising Catholic
• Is committed to and understands Catholic education
• Is an inspirational leader with a clear vision for the future of the school
• Is committed to improving the outcomes for all our pupils
• Is able to lead, motivate and inspire pupils and staff
• Has recent relevant training for this post
• Has a proven track record of raising standards in teaching and learning
• Has the energy, resilience and determination to succeed
• Is a creative and strategic thinker, able to see through and sustain initiatives
• Has excellent communication, organisational and inter-personal skills

How to Apply
Holy Name RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought before interview and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks. Please apply on the attached CES application form, CV's will not be accepted. Visits to our school are warmly welcomed, by appointment only.

Closing Date: Monday 12th May 2025
Short Listing Date: Monday 12th May 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 20th May 2025

Recruitment Documents
Job Description: Download Document
Person Specification: Download Document
Application Form: Download Document
Equal Opportunities Monitoring: Download Document

Job Advert: Download Document

Contact Details
Holy Name Catholic Primary School
Moss Pits Lane
Fazakerley
L10 9LG

Contact Name: Lynsey Hunter
Contact Telephone:
Contact e-mail:
Website:
NOR: 306