* Job type: Headship, Deputy or Assistant Head
* Contract: Permanent
* Work pattern: Full-time
* Salary: Please see below
* Date posted: Friday 1 May 2026
* Closing date for applications: Friday 15 May 2026
* Employer: Catholic
Deputy Headteacher
From 1st September 2026 – Full Time – Permanent Post
Leadership Pay Range: £59,740 - £66,017
School Mission Statement: ‘We grow and learn in the footsteps of Jesus’
The governors of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, highly motivated, enthusiastic classroom practitioner to join our teaching team from 1st September 2026. For the successful candidate we can offer a happy, supportive environment with experienced colleagues who always put children first.
At St Mary’s Primary School, children are at the heart of our work. Our priority is to deliver high quality teaching and learning, whilst at the same time providing rich and enjoyable learning experiences.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
* Practising Catholic with a strong faith commitment.
* Clear understanding of Catholic education and ability to further develop the Catholic life of our school.
* Ability to identify and deliver outstanding teaching; confidence to lead and model this.
* Previous leadership experience within a primary school, at senior leadership level.
* Passion for ensuring that each pupil fulfils their unique potential.
* Tenacious approach to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and well‑being of all.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, building strong relationships with staff, parents and carers, children, governors and the local and wider community.
* In‑depth knowledge of the curriculum across the primary age range including EYFS.
* Respect for the experiences, knowledge and cultural diversity of every child, using this as a foundation for improving standards.
* Offer all children equal access to all aspects of school life; appreciating, celebrating, understanding and accepting individual differences.
* Encourage children to become good citizens holding British and Gospel values, by developing caring attitudes, tolerance and respect towards themselves, other children, adults, their school and their community.
What We Offer
* A school where children are at the centre and Jesus is at the heart of everything we do.
* Rewarding children who are eager to learn and thrive on success, nurture and positive relationships.
* A dedicated and highly motivated staff with strong relationships with pupils, parents and the local community.
* A place where we create growth in prayer, spiritual awareness and moral values.
* A friendly, welcoming and supportive community that is immensely proud of their school.
* A commitment to continued professional development.
* A supportive and active Local Governing Body.
* A friendly working environment which supports and enhances our vision and ethos.
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our approach to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks, which are in place across the school. This appointment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an online search will be conducted. This includes only publicly available online information.
Contact St Mary's Catholic Primary School - Whitehaven
St Marys Catholic Primary School – Whitehaven
High Road
Whitehaven
CA28 9PG
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