Deputy Headteacher

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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Danger Lane, Moreton, Wirral CH46 8UG
Tel. 0151 677 1091
Website: https://sacredheartmoreton.co.uk

In Christ's family we grow together, sharing our learning and love.

Required from January 2026
Deputy Headteacher
ISR L8 – L12 Leadership
1.00 fte

Following the promotion of the current Deputy Headteacher to Headship, the Governors at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and committed Catholic to the post. The successful candidate will be ambitious for their own development as well as that of the school.

This is an ideal opportunity for a practising Catholic, who is dynamic, forward thinking and creative, who can join to join our hardworking and dedicated team to drive forward our journey of faith, love and academic excellence.

We are looking for a candidate who:
has a clear understanding of, and vision for, education in a Catholic school
has a commitment and passion to raise standards for all children
is an inspirational leader, who demonstrates outstanding teaching and learning
can successfully lead curriculum and assessment throughout the school
is an excellent communicator in a range of situations
has the ability to motivate, support and inspire staff and pupils

We can offer our new Deputy Headteacher:
a happy, loving, nurturing, secure environment which celebrates the Catholic faith and ethos,
where faith and learning are intertwined and built on the teachings of Jesus
happy, confident and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and display exemplary behaviour
a dedicated, supportive and hard-working family of teachers and support staff working in
partnership with active and supportive governors who have high aspirations for all pupils.
a commitment to your wellbeing and professional development.

We warmly invite you to visit our school to meet our happy, confident and enthusiastic pupils and dedicated staff. Visits can be arranged in September by contacting the school office on 0151 677 1091.
Applications must be made on a Senior Leadership CES application form, which can also be found on our school website along with supplementary forms. Completed application forms should be returned via email to: schooloffice@sacredheart.wirral.sch.uk no later than 12 noon on Friday 10th October 2025.
Closing Date for applications: Friday 10th October 2025 at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Monday 13th October 2025
Lesson Observations: Monday 20th October 2025

The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Level CRB check.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability