Deputy Headteacher

A CES application form and information pack can be found on our school website www.stmarkshalewood.org.uk

Completed applications should be returned by e-mail to gill.holt@knowsley.gov.uk and marked FAO: Miss S Bradshaw, Headteacher.

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Permanent Full Time Contract

School Leadership Range L4-L9 £55,746-£63,070

Required SEPTEMBER 2026

The Governing Body of St. Mark’s Catholic Primary School wish to invite applications from outstanding and inspirational practising Catholic teachers, with proven leadership and management skills, to play a pivotal role as Deputy Headteacher in our wonderful school. This is an exciting challenge for someone who can show commitment to maintaining and developing our Catholic ethos and work closely with our Headteacher to drive school improvement.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• An understanding of the role of Deputy Headteacher and work in partnership with colleagues, parents, governors, external agencies and the wider school community.
• An ability to build warm, positive and inclusive relationships with all stakeholders
• Is a strategic thinker, able to lead, inspire and motivate both staff and pupils.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills to inspire children and colleagues.
• Outstanding classroom teaching and effective assessment procedures.
• A secure understanding of SEND provision and procedures.
• Effective leadership experience and a commitment to drive school improvement.

We can offer:

• A caring and safe school with a warm and nurturing ethos routed in the Catholic faith. ‘All members of St. Mark’s Catholic Primary School understand and embrace the distinctive Catholic identity and mission of the school. This is a school where pupils truly live their mission statement to Love, Learn, Laugh and Achieve’. CSI May 2024.

• An opportunity to develop and enhance your skills and experience whilst working with the Headteacher to forge an effective and dynamic leadership team.

• A happy, friendly and welcoming community with a positive and caring Catholic ethos.
• Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and achieve ‘In lessons pupils listen attentively to their teacher. They learn without interruptions’ Ofsted October 2024.

• A commitment to your wellbeing and professional development.
• A supportive Governing Body committed to the ongoing success of the school.

How to Apply:

St Mark’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. 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 2025’

A CES application form and information pack can be found on our school website www.stmarkshalewood.org.uk

Completed applications should be returned by e-mail to gill.holt@knowsley.gov.uk and marked FAO: Miss S Bradshaw, Headteacher.

We strongly encourage visits to the school. Please contact our Business Manager, Gill Holt on 0151 288 8910 to book a tour.

Closing Date for applications:- Friday 6th March 2026 at 12 noon.

Shortlisting:- Monday 9th March 2026.

Interviews:- Friday 13th March 2026.