Thank you for your interest in the post of Deputy Headteacher at The Willows Catholic Primary School.

This is an important appointment for our school. We are proud of what we have achieved and ambitious about what comes next. We are seeking a leader who combines professionalism with warmth, clarity and a strong faith commitment, ready to play a central role in shaping the next stage of our development.

The Willows is a Catholic school where faith underpins our values, relationships and expectations, while high standards drive our academic work. We aim to develop confident, respectful pupils who achieve well and contribute positively to their community. Our staff are dedicated and reflective, our governors are supportive and well informed, and our families value the strong partnership we work hard to maintain.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher with excellent communication skills, someone who can articulate a clear vision, listen carefully to others and build trust across the whole school community. The successful candidate will be confident leading staff, coaching colleagues and holding others to account with fairness and consistency. They will understand that strong leadership requires both strategic thinking and visible presence.

A key aspect of this role is the leadership of behaviour. You will demonstrate a proven track record of securing excellent standards of behaviour through clear systems, consistent expectations and strong relationships with pupils and families. You will support staff to manage behaviour confidently, address issues decisively and ensure that every classroom remains focused on learning. At the same time, you will promote a culture of respect, responsibility and inclusion, recognising the individual needs of pupils while maintaining high standards for all.

The Deputy Headteacher will work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body to drive school improvement, using assessment information, leading curriculum development and ensuring that teaching remains consistently strong. This role requires resilience and the ability to balance strategic oversight with day-to-day operational leadership.

If you are ambitious, committed to high standards and ready to make a significant contribution to a strong Catholic school community, we would be delighted to receive your application.

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: Monday 13th April 2026 - midday
Shortlisting date: Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 6th / Thursday 7th May 2026 

Post Details:
Salary: Leadership Scale L7 to L11
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Required: 1st September 2026