Deputy Headteacher (St Nicholas Catholic Academy)
Employer Information
Employer St Nicholas Catholic Academy Address St Nicholas’ Catholic AcademyOrthes StreetLiverpoolL3 5XF Website https://stnicholasliverpool.co.uk/
St Nicholas’ Catholic Academy is a successful and inclusive Catholic primary school located in the heart of Liverpool. The academy serves a diverse community and is committed to providing a nurturing, welcoming and ambitious learning environment where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential.
The school’s mission statement is:“Our Catholic school is a diverse, nurturing and dynamic community which is faithful to Jesus, welcoming to all and provides a learning environment where everyone can succeed.”
As part of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust, the academy strives for excellence in education, supporting the academic, personal, spiritual and social development of every pupil. The school works closely with families, parish communities, governors and staff to ensure children receive the very best opportunities and experiences.
Role Information
Job Title Deputy Headteacher Job Type Leadership Job Phase Primary Location Liverpool
Grade L5-L9 Actual Salary Information N/A Actual Salary Range £59,137 to £65,278 Contract Type Permanent Contract Term Full time Start Date Friday, January 1st, 2027 Closing Date Monday, October 5th, 2026
About the Role
The Deputy Headteacher supports the Headteacher in the strategic leadership, management and continued improvement of the school. The role involves helping to shape the vision and direction of the academy while ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour and pupil outcomes.
Key duties include:
- Supporting the Headteacher in the day-to-day leadership and management of the school.
- Leading and developing outstanding teaching and learning across the academy.
- Monitoring and evaluating pupil progress and standards of achievement.
- Contributing to school improvement planning and implementing strategic priorities.
- Supporting and motivating staff through effective leadership and professional development.
- Promoting an inclusive culture where all pupils can thrive and succeed.
- Building positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors, trust colleagues and external agencies.
- Ensuring safeguarding procedures are effectively implemented and embedded throughout the school.
- Supporting the academy in preparing for and responding to inspection and quality assurance processes.
Personal Qualities, Including Experience & Qualifications
The successful candidate will be an inspirational leader with a strong commitment to Catholic education and a passion for improving outcomes for all children.
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Practising Catholic with a strong commitment to the Catholic ethos and values of the school.
Experience and Skills
- Proven experience of successful school leadership and management.
- Outstanding classroom practitioner with a record of improving teaching and learning.
- Experience of leading school improvement initiatives and raising standards.
- Strong understanding of educational accountability frameworks, including Ofsted and Catholic school inspections.
- Ability to analyse data and use it effectively to drive improvement.
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Experience of developing, supporting and motivating staff teams.
Personal Qualities
- Inspirational, visionary and collaborative leader.
- Strong integrity, professionalism and resilience.
- Passionate about achievement, inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Excellent relationship-builder with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Reflective, ambitious and dedicated to continuous improvement.
- Able to inspire confidence, foster teamwork and drive positive change.
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