Deputy Headteacher

Salary: L2 - L4 and appropriate pension scheme

Start Date: 1st January 2027

This is an exciting time to join a forward thinking and committed team, to both embed as well as shape working practices for the future.

The core purpose of the Deputy Headteacher is to support the Headteacher in leading and managing the school and taking responsibility in the absence of the Headteacher. This will promote a secure foundation from which to achieve high standards in all areas of the school’s work. You will play a major role under the overall direction of the Headteacher in formulating and reviewing the School Development/Improvement Plans and the aims and objectives of the school. You will be committed to establishing a positive and proactive culture that promotes excellence, focusing on collaboration and driving internal excellence, underpinned by our Gospel Values.

You will be a practising Roman Catholic in full communion with the Catholic Church. You should be able to evidence collaborative and inspirational leadership that creates a culture of high expectations and aspirations that raises standards and ensures that all children reach their full potential. You will have the interpersonal skills to guide and inspire your pupils and staff.

If you feel that you have the necessary skills and competencies, and the passion to make a difference to our children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Essential requirements are:

• A Catholic with a strong understanding of the structures and values of the Catholic Church
• Qualified to degree level relevant to the post and/or equivalent through professional experience
• PGCE (or equivalent) – Qualified to Teach in the UK
• Recent, substantive and successful leadership experience would be preferable
• The ability to manage change through bringing innovative ideas to traditional approaches to teaching and learning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – an attentive listener and team builder
• A wide knowledge of current and proposed education policy and the legal framework within which schools  must operate, particularly in relation to safeguarding, when part of a Multi Academy Trust.

If you would like an informal discussion about this role with our Director of Education, please contact our HR Team by email to careers@plymouthcast.org.uk 

Our application form for this post can be accessed here

Closing Date: 9am, Monday 21st September 2026