Deputy Headteacher Full Time NEW

SCHOOL VACANCY

St George’s is looking for an inspirational and highly effective practising Catholic to join our very successful team as Deputy Headteacher. We offer the opportunity to work in a high quality, vibrant and caring environment where we share a rich vision for our pupils and for the communities in which we work.

St George’s Catholic Primary School is a vibrant school that is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 38 schools with two sixth forms. NPCAT is now one of the largest multi-academy Trusts in the UK with more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff.

We are looking for a strong, dynamic and inspirational leader who:

• Has a commitment to Catholic education and would play an active role in the community and parish of St George’s;
• Promotes high expectations and will help our children to thrive in a culture that builds resilience and instil a sense of pride in what they achieve;
• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner who motivates and inspires children and staff;
• Makes a positive contribution to the vision and leadership of the school, helping to shape the school’s future and ensure that all stakeholders are enabled to contribute effectively to the progress and development of the school;
• Is creative, forward thinking and has proven experience in leading and managing areas of school development;
• Is an excellent communicator, with good interpersonal and organisational skills, able to confidently deputise for the Headteacher;
• Can form a strong partnership with all levels of leadership at the school and with other leaders within the Trust.

The Trust Offers

• A Supportive Network: A strong, mission-led ethos supported by a dedicated Trust Board and local governors.
• Exceptional Talent: Work alongside highly experienced colleagues who are committed to the highest standards.
• Growth & Progression: Unrivalled professional development opportunities and a clear pathway for career progression across the Trust.
• A Joyful Environment: Happy, enthusiastic, and friendly pupils who are a credit to their families and the parish.

Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.

This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interview.

An application form and further details are available to download from https://npcat.org.uk/current-vacancies/

Please submit completed forms electronically to: recruitment@npcat.org.uk

Closing date: Friday 8 May 2026 at 12 midnight

Interview date: Friday 22 May 2026

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