Deputy Headteacher in Ellesmere Port

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust wishes to appoint a Deputy Headteacher to work at All Saints Catholic College. The Trust, in conjunction with the Local Governing Body, is seeking to appoint a committed and practising Catholic who has the experience, motivation, enthusiasm and skill set to work in partnership with the Headteacher and other stakeholders to help lead the future vision and development of the schools and the Trust. It is a requirement of this role to be a practising Catholic and there will be Diocesan representation on the interview panel. Applicants are also advised to read the Guidance on securing a Faith Reference in Section J of the Person Specification.

The main duties of the role are:

• Assist the Headteacher in leading and managing the school
• Support and represent the Headteacher at meetings as and when required
• Undertake the professional duties of the Headteacher during his/her absence
• Be able to work in successful partnership with the Headteacher and support the Trust’s vision for raising standards across the school

The successful candidate will:

• Be a practising and committed Catholic role model for everyone within our community and able to articulate a clear vision for Catholic education
• Be an exemplary teacher by endorsing and following the agreed school and Trust policies
• Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to build happy teams in school and with external parties
• Have proven leadership skills within secondary education and experience of leading school improvement
• Demonstrate an ambitious drive for each child within the school to succeed in all aspects of their lives
• Have strong moral and ethical principles and values
• Be enthusiastic and motivated with a ‘can do’ attitude
• Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations
• Be open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and, of course, have a good sense of humour

We can offer the successful candidate:

• A caring, happy school with a strong Catholic ethos
• Friendly and committed staff who are supportive and open to new ideas
• Close links and group support from other schools in this forward-thinking Catholic multi-academy trust at this exciting time in our development
• Opportunity to provide school to school support and to work in other schools where necessary
• An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
• A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training
• Entry into a competitive pension scheme
• A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes: A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family, a Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members, Flu vaccination clinics, Eyecare Vouchers

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit the school and meet with the Headteacher. Please contact recruitmentcorpuschristitrust.co.uk to make arrangements.

If you would like to apply for the position, you should complete the application form which is available at ‘Apply Now’ by visiting https://mynewterm.com/jobs/139735/EDV-2026-ASCC-16880. You will need to read the notes to applicants privacy notice, job description and person specification. In the supporting statement provide evidence of your suitability for the role. Please read Section G and H of the person specification to ensure your supporting statement is structured according to the criteria.

The Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references, satisfactory online/social media checks and appropriate overseas checks and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

The Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation. Applicants are advised that schools and colleges designated with a religious character in England and Wales are permitted by law to require certain posts to be filled by practising Catholics or individuals who hold a Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies. Where it is not a requirement of the role to be a practising Catholic, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.

Please note CVs and agency referrals will not be accepted.