Apply online DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Ref 194560
Grade Leadership Pay Scale L8 - L13
Salary £59167 to £ 66919 
Term Full Time
Perm / Temp Permanent
Required From 01/09/2025 
Closing Date 12 noon 27/01/2025
Location
ST JAMES' CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL, CLITHEROE
Greenacre Street , Clitheroe , BB7 1ED
Tel: 01200 423599
School website: www.stjames-clitheroe.co.uk
Roll: 275
Information
ST JAMES


The Governors of Clitheroe St. James’ Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational Deputy Headteacher to join our vibrant and happy school.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:
  • forms positive relationships with children and adults
  • is passionate about teaching and learning
  • is an excellent classroom practitioner who can inspire and set high standards while making learning fun
  • can work alongside colleagues to mentor/coach and demonstrate good practice
  • is committed to driving our B-O-L-D Christian vision forward enabling pupils to flourish
  • a leader who can help to drive the strategic direction of school
  • a positive, caring person with a sense of humour
  • is committed to the safeguarding, welfare and wellbeing of children and staff

    We offer:
  • a positive caring environment based on Christian values
  • well-behaved pupils who love to learn
  • a friendly, committed and supportive staff team who genuinely want the best for all pupils
  • opportunity to work alongside a Headteacher who will provide the skills and support to develop you with your next steps in your career
  • spacious grounds including an eco-zone
  • supportive and experienced Governors
  • a school where you have the opportunity to make a real difference

    Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

    Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

    Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

    More Information can be found at https://st-james.lancs.sch.uk/

    Proposed Interview Date:
    7 March 2025

    Please note that supporting statements should be no more than a 3 page A4, font size 12.
    Please submit any applications in word format.

  • Proposed Interview Date:
    07/03/2025 

    For an informal discussion please contact:

    Before submitting your application, visits are strongly recommended. To arrange a visit, please either phone school or email head@st-james.lancs.sch.uk

    Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

    Application Form attached.
    Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk; please check that you have received an automated acknowledgement that your application has been received.

    Please note that supporting statements should be no more than a 3 page A4, font size 12.

    We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.