Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy

York

Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School is looking for an inspirational and highly effective practising Catholic to join our very successful team of staff 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.  Our Lady Queen of Martyrs 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 offer:A Christ-centred school with supportive staff, parents and governors;A school which exhibits high standards in all areas of pupil achievement supported by a strong catholic ethos, with gospel values at its heart, which permeates all aspects of school life;A dedicated, talented and professional team who are highly committed to improving outcomes;Friendly, hardworking pupils who enjoy learning and achieving success;An inclusive school with a warm, nurturing Catholic ethos through our close partnership with families, the parish and wider community;Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development;The opportunity to work with and learn from other schools within Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust.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 of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs.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 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.Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025Interview: To be confirmedCandidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement or if you would like an informal discussion, please contact Mrs Sophie Adams, Headteacher on 01904 806093.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.

St Patrick's Catholic College, A Voluntary Catholic Academy

Stockton-on-Tees

St Patrick’s Catholic College is looking for an inspirational and highly effective Practising Catholic to join our very successful team of staff 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 Patrick’s Catholic College is a vibrant school that is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 38 schools, and two Sixth Form Colleges. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, NPCAT is now one of the largest multi-academy Trusts in the UK. St Patrick’s is at the heart of the local community in Thornaby, delivering a curriculum that prepares our pupils for the opportunities and challenges of their adult life.The school is committed to striving for excellence in all aspects of school life and nurturing links with the parish and wider community. Induction and on-going professional development from within the Trust provides our teachers and leaders with great opportunities for development and progression.The Deputy Headteacher role is integral to the day to day leadership of the school and we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic candidate who will join the team to build on the continued success we have achieved. The school is central to the local community and we pride ourselves on the warm and welcoming environment we have created, supporting our pupils, families and parish in our commitment to Catholic education.We offer:A Christ-centred school with supportive staff, parents and governors;A school which exhibits high standards in all areas of pupil achievement supported by a strong Catholic ethos, with gospel values at its heart, which permeates all aspects of school life;A dedicated, talented and professional team who are highly committed to improving outcomes;Friendly, hardworking pupils who enjoy learning and achieving success;An inclusive school with a warm, nurturing Christian ethos through our close partnership with families, the parish and wider community;Excellent opportunities for continuing professional developmentThe opportunity to work with and learn from other establishments in the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust.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 of St Patrick’s Catholic College;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 the 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 the leadership of the school and other leaders within the Trust.