Deputy Headteacher (L8-L12) Salary: Leadership Pay Scale L8-L12 (Inner London) Contract: Full Time and Permanent Start Date: 3rd January 2027 or sooner Location: Central Lewisham (London) We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher with some teaching responsibility (0.4-0.6) to start January 2027 or earlier. St Saviour's RC Primary School is seeking an inspirational Catholic leader with a passion for nurturing both academic excellence and a caring, faith-filled environment. St Saviour's is a one form entry voluntary aided Roman Catholic school with diverse intake of pupils creating a multi-cultural school community. It is a good opportunity to join our thriving and evolving school community under a new leadership to shape the next chapter for the school. Following our Good Ofsted outcome in March 2025, we continue to strengthen our culture of excellence, inclusion and compassion.
Qualifications
- A practicing Catholic with a clear understanding of Catholic education
- Has experience of successful senior leadership
- Experience managing a key subject with improved outcomes over time
- Excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
- Inspires, motivates, challenges and empowers staff and students
- Has strong analytical skills and uses data intelligently
- Models professionalism, ambition and moral purpose
- Thrives in a values-driven, high-challenge and high-support environment
- Believes wholeheartedly in the potential of every young person
- Positive contribution to our ambitious school culture and Catholic ethos.
Benefits
- A highly supportive and engaged Governing Body that provides both challenge and encouragement.
- A warm, supportive and collaborative staff team.
- The chance to lead in a school where every child is known, loved, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
- Enthusiastic and caring children who love learning.
- A strong CPD offer designed to support professional growth.
- Excellent opportunities to collaborate with other schools.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to school improvement.
Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding
The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks, including social media checks. Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK and will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Deputy Headteacher - St Saviour's RC Primary School employer: Lewisham
This welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Lewisham is an excellent employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for both students and staff. With a strong focus on professional development, competitive salaries, and a collaborative culture, the school prioritises employee growth and wellbeing, making it an ideal place for those passionate about education and supporting young people with additional learning needs.
