Deputy Headteacher

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools

On-Site

Expires: Expiring in less than 3 weeks

Education

Full time

The Headteacher and Governing Body of St Luke’s CE Primary School, Formby, are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic, and outstanding Deputy Headteacher to join our team on 1st January 2026, or sooner by mutual agreement. This is primarily a non-teaching role.

This pivotal role will involve shaping our leadership team alongside our recently appointed Headteacher. Built on a Christian foundation, our visions and values are at the core of everything we do, underpinning our teaching and learning.

We are looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with a proven track record in working with others to lead successful school improvement and drive high standards.

The successful candidate will support the Headteacher in leading teaching and learning throughout the school, to ensure the highest possible quality of education and standards across all phases, for all pupils.

We are in pursuit of a leader with the passion and vision to build on our many strengths, nurturing a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within our vibrant school community. If you are a dedicated educator with a love of learning and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our school.

The successful candidate will:

Be an exceptional teacher
Be an experienced and effective school leader with a proven impact on raising standards
Be a confident and inspirational leader of teaching and learning, with experience across the primary age range
Have a strong understanding of curriculum design and innovation
Demonstrate a deep commitment to inclusive education and the diverse needs of all learners enabling all to progress and reach their potential
Be passionate about developing a love of learning across the curriculum
Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Be flexible, reliable, and a highly effective team player

The successful applicant will also support the Headteacher in delivering:

Strategic Leadership: contributing to whole-school improvement and development
Academic Excellence: ensuring all pupils achieve their full potential
Wider School Outcomes: supporting personal, social, and emotional development
Our Christian ethos and school values in everything we do
Innovation: encouraging creative, research-informed approaches to learning and teaching
Continuous provision beyond EYFS

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

A proactive and supportive Headteacher and Governing Body, committed to developing all staff
A caring, engaged, and proactive school community
A well-resourced school environment
A strong commitment to your ongoing professional development
Enthusiastic, curious children who love to learn
A dedicated and welcoming staff team

Further details about the role

Interviews will take place during week commencing Monday 7th July 2025

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged on one of the following tours:

Wednesday 18th June at 4.30pm
Thursday 19th June at 2pm
Thursday 26th June at 2.30pm
Tuesday 1st July at 4pm

Please contact our Office Manager, Liz Carrigan, on 01704 872692 to book a visit

St Luke’s CE Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, as part of our pre-employment due diligence, we will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates. This will include social media websites and video platforms. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Application forms and supporting letters should be emailed to admin@slf.sefton.school. CVs will not be accepted.