Job Description

To apply please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/151806/EDV-2025-SJCPS-49828

Job Title:

Deputy Head Teacher

Start Date:

1st January 2026

Closing Date:

1st October 2025

Interview Date:

13th October 2025

Salary Range:

L5- L11 - 57,137 - 66,368

Hours:

Full time

Contract:

Permanent

Responsible to

: Headteacher/Senior Leadership Team

At St John's Catholic Primary School our aim is for all children to, 'Shine, celebrate and grow!' We are dedicated to ensuring that your child has the best possible education, through high quality teaching within a rich and engaging curriculum.

Main activities and Responsibilities:

In addition to the class teacher responsibilities, the post holder assumes responsibility as Assistant Headteacher for the day-to-day co-leadership and management of the school. This is under the direction and in collaboration with the Headteacher.

The Assistant Headteacher, under the direction of the Headteacher, will take a role in:

Operational and strategic planning

Formulating the aims and objectives of the school

Contributing to and support the overall aims and Catholic ethos of the Trust

Establishing policies for achieving these aims and objectives

Managing staff and resources

Monitoring progress towards the achievement of the school's aims and objectives

We can offer you:

The support needed to continue your own professional development

The opportunity to work with a close-knit, enthusiastic and hard-working team of staff who are committed to providing the very best for each individual in their care

The opportunity to inspire our caring and highly-motivated children through engaging learning.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school directly on 01225 303990 to arrange an appointment. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close advert if a suitable candidate is found.

For any other enquires please contact recruitment@thedcet.com

The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust (DCET) is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application and satisfactory references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 57,137.00-66,368.00 per year

Work Location: In person