Job description Holy Souls RC Primary School Wilworth Crescent Blackburn BB1 8QN ** Job Title**: Deputy Headteacher ** Grade/Salary**:ISR L8-12, £61,534 to £67,898 per annum ** Contract Type**: Permanent
**Contract Terms**: 37 hpw, Tempo pieno
**Closing Date**: Monday, 19th January 2026
**Shortlisting Date**: Tuesday, 27th January 2026 ** Required From**:Monday, 20th April 2026 ** TO APPLY**FOR THIS VACANCY PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW** Due to the promotion of the former post-holder, we are looking for an enthusiastic and inspirational Deputy Headteacher to join our school. **We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who**: - Is a practising Catholic, who can nurture the faith and spirituality of our children
- Is an excellent classroom practitioner
- Has the confidence and capability to deputise for the Headteacher
- Understands children’s emotional and behavioural welfare
- Can develop supportive and professional pastoral relationships with children, staff and families
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, is a team player and has a good sense of humour




- Is approachable, resilient and has a positive ‘can do’ attitude **We can offer you**: - A welcoming school family, with a strong Catholic ethos, where all are valued
- Enthusiastic, happy and friendly children who are willing and eager to learn
- A supportive, committed and caring staff team
- Supportive governors who are fully engaged in the life of the school and share the vision
- An opportunity to respond to your vocation, deepen your faith and develop your professional career _This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment._ _ **Job details**:
Job reference REQ04513 Date posted 09/12/2025 Application closing date 19/01/2026 Location Holy Souls RC Primary School Salary ISR L8-12, £61,534 to £67,898 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Schools

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