DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

ST PATRICK'S ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, WALTON-LE-DALE
Higher Walton Road , Walton-le-Dale , Preston , Lancashire , PR5 4HD
Tel: 01772 555436
School website: www.st-patricks.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 200

Information

St. Patricks RC Primary is a 1FE Catholic primary school with 200 pupils from Reception to Year 6. Our school is known for its warm welcome, supportive governing board, well-behaved children, and committed senior leaders. We offer excellent CPD opportunities and are situated in an environment that is conducive to improved well-being. In addition to the leadership responsibility, the postholder will have teaching responsibilities and will be expected to coordinate subject(s).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team whilst working in a nurturing environment. In addition, you will have access to high-quality CPD to further develop your skills.

We are seeking an exceptional practising Catholic individual. In this role, you will:
• Be supportive of the Catholic ethos of our wonderful school
• Be committed to safeguarding
• Have proven skills in inspiring children and staff and raising attainment in all subjects
• Be the SENCO for the school
• Lead on curriculum development, assessment and learning
• Establish fair, respectful, highly inclusive and supportive relationships with children, families and the staff team so they all can thrive
• Have high expectations for yourself, for your class and be ambitious for the subject (s) that you lead
• Support and challenge team members when needed with fairness compassion and confidence, including line-managing TAs, setting SMART targets and carrying out appraisals
• Can develop supportive links and partnerships with other schools, agencies and the community
• Be a hardworking, loyal and honest member of our team who will contribute to making our school even better

We can offer:
• A genuine, authentic welcome; we are proud of our School of Sanctuary status
• Wonderful, well-behaved children
• Engaged, supportive parents
• A friendly, experienced and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• A dedicated and welcoming staff team
• Commitment to your professional development
• Dedicated leadership and SENCO time
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to our school; we are very open to new ideas!
• An environment where you will be valued and celebrated yet challenged to improve
• A commitment to your wellbeing – happy leaders are good leaders
• Lovely school grounds and a well-resourced, bespoke curriculum

Visits to school are welcomed and encouraged – please email Mrs Liz Hindley (Headteacher) to arrange your visit on head@st-patricks.lancs.sch.uk

Please have a look at our website for more information.

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.

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.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Interview Date 24/25 September 2025

Proposed Interview Date:

24/09/2025 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. For supporting statements please note there is a page limit of 1300 words.

Completed applications must be submitted electronically to:schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk

Please ensure you receive an automated acknowledgement that your application has been received.

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