Thank you for your interest in the role of Deputy Headteacher at St Cuthbert’s Catholic Academy.

St Cuthbert’s is a founder school in the Trust. All pupils at St Cuthbert’s are encouraged to be the best they can be and staff are ambitious for their achievement and spiritual education.

St Cuthbert’s is a happy and thriving place to learn, where we work closely with parents to achieve the very best for all our children. Our goal is to encourage our children to make the very best of their talents and opportunities and develop their appreciation of the gifts of others. This is the heart of our Catholic identity and forms the foundation of our children’s spiritual and moral education. Our mission strapline, ‘In kindness and faith we belong!’, is at the centre of all we do.

We are now seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher who will work alongside the Headteacher and Governing Body to uphold our strong Catholic ethos, drive excellence in teaching and learning, support school improvement, and help shape the next phase of our school’s journey.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and committed leader who is passionate about Catholic education, dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for every child, and eager to make a significant contribution to the strategic and day-to-day leadership of our school. 

The successful candidate will be Trust employed and will support the Headteacher and wider leadership team in leading teaching and learning, inclusion, behaviour and whole school improvement.

This role would suit an experienced Deputy Headteacher or an ambitious leader ready for the next step.

We are seeking a leader who:
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with leadership experience
• Has a clear understanding of school improvement and safeguarding
• Can inspire, support and challenge staff effectively
• Is committed to collaborative working across a Trust

In return we can offer:
• Strong leadership support and mentoring
• Opportunities to work collaboratively across schools
• Professional development and leadership progression
• A Trust culture that values people, wellbeing and ambition

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school and experience our wonderful community for themselves.

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to make a positive contribution, we look forward to learning more about you and would welcome an application from you.

Please refer to the application pack for the job description, person specification and further details. 

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Friday 3rd July 2026 – midday
Shortlisting date: Monday 6th July 2026
Interview date: Thursday 16th July 2026

Post Details:
Salary: Leadership Scale L10 to L14
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Required: 1st January 2026 or sooner