Deputy Headteacher
Job Title: Deputy Headteacher
Employer: Our Lady Mother of the Saviour Catholic Primary
Job Type: Leadership
Job Phase: Primary
NOR: 190
Grade: L5 - L9
Actual Salary: £54939 - £60644
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Halton
Start Date: Monday, September 1st, 2025
Closing Date: Friday, March 28th, 2025
About the School
Are you passionate about Catholic education and ready to take on a leadership role? The Board of Governors at Our Lady Mother of the Saviour Catholic 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. Our Lady Mother of the Saviour Catholic Primary School is a vibrant, nurturing and welcoming community with 190 pupils. We are committed to providing an excellent education rooted in Catholic values. The school is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, with an ‘Outstanding’ Denominational Inspection.
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. The successful candidate will be someone who:
1. Is a practising Catholic
2. Is committed to and understands Catholic education
3. Is an inspirational leader with a clear vision for the future of the school
4. Is committed to improving the outcomes for all our pupils
5. Is able to lead, motivate and inspire pupils and staff
6. Has recent relevant training for this post
7. Has a proven track record of raising standards in teaching and learning
8. Has the energy, resilience and determination to succeed
9. Is a creative and strategic thinker, able to see through and sustain initiatives
10. Has excellent communication, organisational and inter-personal skills
Personal Qualities
We offer:
1. A supportive and collaborative work environment
2. Opportunities for professional development
3. Being part of a close-knit Catholic school community
Our Lady Mother of the Saviour 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 and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks.
How to Apply
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting Mrs N Dyer, the School Business Manager, on 01928 711921 or by email to sbm.olms@haltonlearning.net Applications and supporting documents should be sent to: head.olms@haltonlearning.net by 12 noon on 28th March 2025
Closing Date: Friday 28th March 2025
Short Listing Date: Thursday 3rd April 2025
Interview Date: Friday 2nd May 2025
Contact Details
Our Lady Mother of the Saviour Catholic Primary School
Lapwing Grove
Palacefields
Runcorn
WA7 2TP
Contact Name: Mrs M B Kewn
Contact Telephone: 01928 711921
Contact e-mail: sbm.olms@haltonlearning.net
Website: https://www.ourladysruncorn.halton.sch.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr