Deputy Headteacher
Salary: Leadership Scale L7 - L11- (£60,144 - £66,368)
Contract: Full time, permanent
Location: St Columba’s Catholic Primary School, Tong Street, Dudley Hill, Bradford BD4 9PY
St Columba’s Catholic Primary School is proud to be part of the Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust.
About the Role
St Columba’s Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspirational and committed Deputy Headteacher to join our senior leadership team. Working closely with the Headteacher, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the school, driving school improvement and ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning and pupil wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
School Culture and Behaviour
Help create a positive, inclusive and enriching school culture
Uphold high standards of behaviour through consistent and fair approaches
Promote staff professionalism and positive relationships across the school community
Teaching, Curriculum and Assessment
Secure high-quality teaching and learning across all subjects and phases
Ensure delivery of a broad, structured and coherent curriculum
Promote evidence-informed approaches to assessment and reading
Develop strong curriculum and subject leadership
SEND and Inclusion
Promote inclusive practice so all pupils can access the curriculum
Hold ambitious expectations for pupils with SEND
Ensure statutory duties under the SEND Code of Practice are met
Work effectively with parents, carers and external professionals
Leadership, Management and School Improvement
Contribute to the strategic vision and ethos of the school
Support effective systems, policies and processes
Ensure safeguarding, welfare and risk management are robust
Manage staff workload and allocate resources effectively
Identify barriers to school effectiveness and lead improvement strategies
Professional Development
Ensure staff have access to high-quality professional development
Keep up to date with educational developments
Engage in ongoing CPD to support personal and professional growth
Governance and Partnership Working
Work effectively with governors and welcome accountability
Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Build strong partnerships with other schools and organisations
The Ideal Candidate
You will be an enthusiastic, values-driven leader who:
Upholds the highest standards of ethics, conduct and professionalism
Builds positive, respectful relationships with pupils, staff, parents and governors
Is committed to serving the best interests of all pupils
Has vision, resilience and leadership skills to support continued school improvement
Why Join Us?
A welcoming and supportive Catholic school community
Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the school
Committed staff team and engaged governing body
Please apply today with your current CV and you will be contacted on the next steps.
Other suitable skills and experience include Deputy Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), School Leadership, Educational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Deputy Head, Leadership Scale L7–L11