Job Description

The Governors seek to appoint:

Deputy Headteacher L20-24

Easter





Holy Trinity is a unique 3-16 Catholic and Church of England through-school--the only one of its kind in the country. Our distinctive Christian values underpin everything we do and shape the caring, ambitious community we are proud of. We are committed to nurturing every pupil so that they flourish academically, spiritually and personally.



We are seeking an exceptional

senior leader

to join our highly skilled Senior Leadership Team, which consists of the

Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Primary Leader and three Assistant Headteachers

. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, experienced leader who will contribute strategically to the continued development of our through-school vision.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly effective, visionary leader who is passionate about inclusive, high-quality education from Early Years through to GCSE. As Deputy Headteacher, you will:


Provide outstanding strategic and operational leadership across the whole school, ensuring high-quality teaching and strong pastoral care.

Help secure a cohesive and progressive 3-16 curriculum, maintaining continuity of culture, expectations and standards across the primary and secondary phases.

Deputise for the Headteacher, taking full responsibility for the leadership and management of the school when required.

Lead on whole-school improvement priorities, using data rigorously to evaluate performance, identify priorities and drive continual improvement.

Line manage and develop staff, providing appropriate challenge and support, and contributing to a culture of professional growth and high expectations.




The precise portfolio of responsibilities will be shaped around the strengths, experience and professional interests of the successful candidate and balanced across the Senior Leadership Team.



You will also play a key role in safeguarding leadership, ensuring that our statutory responsibilities are fully met and that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.

Our School

Holy Trinity is a vibrant, forward-looking community with:


A 3-16 through-school structure that offers exciting and innovative learning opportunities and a seamless transition between Key Stages 2 and 3.

A strong, distinctive Christian ethos, rooted in Catholic and Church of England traditions, which shapes our culture, relationships and daily practice.

A dedicated staff team and supportive Local Academy Committee and Trust, all committed to raising standards and developing independent, aspiring and caring young people.

We are looking for someone who:

Can actively support and model the Catholic and Church of England Christian ethos of the school.

Has successful experience as a senior or middle leader with a strong record of impact on teaching, learning and outcomes.

Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a track record of strong outcomes for pupils over time.

Has a clear and ambitious vision for inclusive, high-quality education and high expectations of behaviour, attitudes and outcomes for all pupils.

Can analyse data effectively and use it to drive improvement.

Has experience of leading on whole-school priorities (e.g. teaching and learning, assessment, curriculum, behaviour, pastoral care) and can demonstrate sustained impact.

Has the integrity, resilience and emotional intelligence to build strong relationships and lead others through change.

Is committed to staff wellbeing, professional growth and collaborative working across phases and settings.




If you:


Have a proven track record of securing strong outcomes for pupils

Have the passion, enthusiasm, drive and ability to lead others

Are capable of driving up standards and supporting colleagues to develop their practice


...then we would be delighted to hear from you.

In return, we can offer:

A supportive and caring Christian school community where the Senior Leadership Team is committed to staff wellbeing and manageable workload.

A talented, forward-looking staff team who are committed to continuous school improvement and to securing the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

A bespoke CPD programme, with opportunities for further professional development (including NPQs) and Trust-wide collaboration.

A purpose-built, state-of-the-art school building, ample parking and access to our school gym in the evenings.

How to Apply

An enhanced DBS check is required for this post. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure & Barring Service form in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997.



Further information and application forms are available on our school website:

www.holytrinitybarnsley.org

. All Holy Trinity application forms should be returned to Holy Trinity marked for the attention of

Miss L Taylor

, or emailed to

jobs@holytrinitybarnsley.org

.


We warmly encourage visits to the school; please contact us if you would like to arrange a tour or an informal conversation about the role.



Closing date 12th January 2026 at 9AM.




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