Deputy Headteacher

Job Summary

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Full time

Advert Start Date:

07/03/2025

Advert End Date:

Closed for applications on 24/03/2025 09:00

Salary:

£56,316-£62,202

Job Category:

Schools - Leadership

Vacancy ID:

277254

Employment Location:

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Dunsmuir Grove, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE8 4QL

Number of posts:

Closing date:

24 Mar

Further Information

Location: Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Dunsmuir Grove, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE8 4QL
Grade: L6-L10 (£56,316- £62,202 per annum)
Hours: Full time, Permanent

Applications are invited from practising and committed Catholics for the post of Deputy Headteacher at Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School.

Corpus Christi Primary is proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest Catholic Education Trust in the North East of England and will have a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive, and growing team.

The governors of this friendly, caring and very successful school are seeking to appoint a passionate classroom teacher as Deputy Headteacher to strengthen our team and help us work towards our mission statement;
Let your light shine (Matthew 5:6)

At Corpus Christi Catholic Primary, we ‘let our lights shine brightly’. In God’s love and inspired by our faith, we always show kindness and respect to others, whilst working as hard as we can, to be the best that we can be.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:
• Is a committed and practising Catholic who values the distinctive nature of Catholic Education.
• Is an exemplary classroom practitioner with high expectations of both achievement and behaviour.
• Is innovative and forward thinking with a passion for driving developments and initiatives in teaching and learning.
• Is able to work collaboratively with the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and Governors
• Sets targets and plans rigorously to ensure that all children thrive and achieve their full potential.
• Leads by example and has high expectations of everyone, forming positive relationships which challenge, motivate and inspire others.

Corpus Christi Primary School offers:
• A diverse, vibrant and inclusive school recently rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted (November 2023).
• Children who are happy and enthusiastic with positive attitudes towards learning.
• A professional, friendly and enthusiastic staff team who are committed to enabling all children to flourish.
• A strong commitment to professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Supportive parents and a dedicated and committed Local Governing Committee with strong links in our parish and community.

How to Apply:
To complete an application form please download the application pack attached to this vacancy and return your completed application pack to recruitment@bwcet.com prior to the closing date.

Visits to the school are welcome. Please telephone 01914772175 or email info@ccpg.bwcet.com to arrange a visit or request further information.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 24th March 2025
Shortlisting date: Tuesday, 25th March 2025
Formal Interview: Friday, 4th April 2025

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online check will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.