Deputy Headteacher

Vacancy Summary

St Matthew’s Catholic Primary School

Saffron Drive, Allerton, Bradford, BD15 7NE

NOR: 245                     Age Range: 3 – 11            

Deputy Headteacher -   Pay Scale: L7 – L11

Required September 2020

The Governors are seeking to appoint a Deputy Head who can contribute to leading the school with vision, clear moral purpose and a passion for ensuring that every child and staff member can be the best that they can be.

Vacancy Information

Our new Deputy Head will:

• Be a committed and practising Catholic, who can inspire our school community to live out its vision.
• Show outstanding classroom practice and subject knowledge.
• Have the ability to inspire, mentor and coach staff to provide the very best
• teaching and learning.
• Have a proven record in raising the attainment and progress for all pupils.
• Have experience in curriculum innovation and development.
• Assist the Headteacher in leading and managing the school

The school can offer:

• Committed, hardworking and friendly Staff.
• An experienced and supportive Governing Body.
• Wonderful, enthusiastic pupils.
• Excellent professional development opportunities through our Catholic Schools Partnership and Teaching Schools Alliance.

Visits to the school are very much encouraged. Application packs available from the school office, email: admin.office@stmatthews.ngfl.ac.uk or phone 01274 541737.

Closing Date: Midday on Wednesday 11th March 2020

Interviews: Thursday 19th March 2020

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Appointment will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks, and the receipt of satisfactory references.