Deputy Headteacher (St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School)

Deputy Headteacher Job Title: Deputy Headteacher
Employer: St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School
Job Type: Leadership
Job Phase: Primary
NOR: 441
Grade: L10 - L15
Actual Salary: £62,202 - £70,293
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Monday, September 1st, 2025
Closing Date: Monday, May 12th, 2025

About the School
The Governing Board of St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School invites applications for the position of Deputy Headteacher, commencing 1st September 2025. Due to the promotion of our current Deputy Headteacher to Headteacher, we now seek to appoint a dedicated, experienced and inspirational leader to work alongside our new headteacher to provide vision, direction and leadership, in order to build on our many strengths and continue to further develop the life of our caring and loving school.

St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School was established in March 2024 following the amalgamation of St Cecilia's Infants and St Cecilia's Junior Schools.

We are a vibrant and inclusive community, deeply rooted in our Catholic ethos, dedicated to nurturing happy, confident children with enquiring minds. We strive to ensure that all our children, irrespective of background or ability, have the best opportunity to fully develop their talents and become well-rounded individuals, equipped to meet future challenges.

We are committed to providing a broad-based, bespoke curriculum that challenges and motivates our pupils, enabling them to participate in a range of high-quality learning opportunities. Our ethos is rooted in Gospel values, as encapsulated in our mission statement: "Rooted in Gospel values St Cecilia's Catholic School Community lives together, learns together, and loves together." Located in the heart of Tuebrook, Liverpool, St Cecilia's Primary School serves a diverse and dynamic community. Tuebrook is known for its rich history and strong sense of community, with landmarks such as the Grade II listed St. John's Church and the expansive Newsham Park.

About the Role

We seek an experienced leader who is a practising Catholic, committed to continuing our journey of excellence. The successful candidate will join a dedicated and caring staff who strive for the best outcomes for the children of St Cecilia's. Our well-established Governing Board shares this commitment, working collaboratively to support the school's vision and objectives.

You will join a friendly and committed school family in a vibrant and welcoming community, with happy, enthusiastic and well-behaved children. You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills further with friendly and supportive colleagues who strive to ensure our children receive the best education delivered through their positive team ethos.

The governors are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who is:

1. A practising Catholic committed to maintaining and extending the Catholic ethos of the school through personal example.
2. Highly motivated with energy, passion, drive and ambition.
3. An inspirational leader of learning.

Personal Qualities
We are seeking a person who has:

1. Proven themselves to be an outstanding classroom practitioner, confident to share their expertise, to mentor, coach and challenge staff in order to ensure the best possible outcomes for all pupils.
2. A passion for our school, including a genuine enthusiasm and love of children, staff and all that happens at St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School.
3. A clear vision for our school with the skills and ability to implement this vision in partnership with all key members of the school community including Governors, staff, parents/carers, our parish and children to deliver the highest level of education, achievement and attainment possible for our pupils.
4. A clear understanding of leadership within Catholic education and our Catholic ethos.
5. The ability to build upon the existing rich curriculum with high expectations of children's attainment, achievement and behaviour, supporting every child to develop and reach their own unique, individual potential.
6. Experience of developing strategies for effective staff engagement and maintaining positive staff morale.
7. Has the leadership qualities needed to work with the Senior Leadership Team to inspire, challenge and motivate colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.
8. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills to ensure a good work-life balance for all stakeholders in our community.
9. Knowledge and ability to drive forward developments in the curriculum, keep up-to-date with current education initiatives and be proactive when managing change.

We can offer:

1. Children who are happy, enjoy learning and embracing new challenges.
2. A happy, loving, nurturing, secure environment with a strong Catholic ethos built on the teachings of Jesus.
3. A dedicated and proactive Governing Body who hold the children at the heart of everything they do.
4. An inclusive, highly effective and forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team.
5. A proactive and developing school staff, dedicated to raising standards across our community.
6. A substantive system of support, guidance and professional development from an experienced Senior Leadership Team, a passionate/committed Governing body and via working partnerships with Liverpool Archdiocese, School Improvement Liverpool and Liverpool's Collaborative of Head Teacher's network.

Please see the attached Job Description for further information. Candidates should evidence their strengths in letters of application and address the person specification.

How to Apply
Applications will only be accepted on the CES Senior Leadership application form, CVs will not be accepted. Completed application forms should be sent to Kirsty Riley via email at or via the school office marked for the attention of the Headteacher.

We strongly recommend visits to the school where you will have an opportunity to have an informal discussion with members of the Senior Leadership Team. If you wish to visit our school please contact the school office on .

St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and health clearance by the Local Authority. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2024.

Closing Date: Monday 12th May 2025
Short Listing Date: Friday 16th May 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 22nd May 2025

Contact Details
St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School
Green Lane
L13 7EA

Contact Name: Kirsty Riley
Contact Telephone: .1760
Contact e-mail:
Website:
NOR: 441