Job description Holy Souls RC Primary School Wilworth Crescent Blackburn BB1 8QN Job Title: Deputy Headteacher Grade/Salary:ISR L8-12, £61,534 - £67,898 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Contract Terms: Full Time Closing Date: Monday, 6th October 2025 Required From: Thursday, 1st January 2026 TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW Due to the promotion of the former post-holder, we are looking for an enthusiastic and inspirational Deputy Headteacher to join our school. We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who: - Is a practising Catholic, who can nurture the faith and spirituality of our children. - Is an excellent classroom practitioner. - Has the confidence and capability to deputise for the Headteacher. - Understands children’s emotional and behavioural welfare. - Can develop supportive and professional pastoral relationships with children, staff and families. - Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, is a team player and has a good sense of humour. - Is approachable, resilient and has a positive ‘can do’ attitude. We can offer you: - A welcoming school family, with a strong Catholic ethos, where all are valued. - Enthusiastic, happy and friendly children who are willing and eager to learn. - A supportive, committed and caring staff team. - Supportive governors who are fully engaged in the life of the school and share the vision. - An opportunity to respond to your vocation, deepen your faith and develop your professional career. - Closing date: Monday, 6th October 2025 at 9am_ - Shortlisting: Monday, 13th October 2025_ - Interviews: Monday, 20th October 2025_ _ - - This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment._ Job details: Job reference REQ04316 Date posted 16/09/2025 Application closing date 06/10/2025 Location Holy Souls RC Primary School Salary ISR L8-12 £61,534 - £67,898 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours Blank Basis Full time Job category/type Schools