Job Vacancy

Secondment Opportunity - Deputy Head Teacher (St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School & Nursery)

Employer Information

Employer
St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School & Nursery
Address
Holly Road
Fairfield
Kensington
Liverpool
L7 0LH
Website
https://www.stsebastiansliverpool.co.uk/
Contact Name
Joanne McCormick
Contact Telephone
01512609697
Contact Email
[email protected]

About the Organisation

We are delighted to offer an exceptional secondment opportunity for an experienced senior leader, or a highly effective aspiring leader, to join our community as Deputy Headteacher. We are looking for someone who will bring warmth, creativity and confidence; someone who believes deeply in the power of Catholic education to transform lives.

As Deputy Headteacher, you will help us build on our strong foundations and lead us into the next chapter of our school’s journey. A central focus of this role will be curriculum leadership and the continued development of high-quality teaching and learning across the school. You will champion an ambitious, inclusive curriculum rooted in our values and designed to help every child flourish.

Please note: Candidates must be practising Catholics.

What the Role Offers:
- 2.5 days dedicated leadership time (Deputy Headteacher | Curriculum & Assessment)
- 2.5 days teaching commitment in Year 6
- A key role within our Senior Leadership Team
- The opportunity to shape the next phase of our school’s development

We would love you to bring:
• A genuine commitment to Catholic beliefs, practices and parish life.
• A warm, visible and compassionate leadership style that inspires trust.
• The ability to articulate and deliver a vision rooted in Catholic values and academic excellence.
• A proven track record of improving standards in a leadership role.
• Expertise in leading curriculum development and securing high-quality teaching and learning.
• The confidence to set ambitious goals, lead change and build sustainability.
• A strong sense of integrity and the ability to be an outstanding role model for pupils, staff and families.
• A passion for developing others and helping staff grow professionally.

In return, we offer:
• A warm, friendly and supportive working environment where you will be valued.
• A committed team who care deeply about each other and the children we serve.
• Enthusiastic pupils who love coming to school and bring joy to every day.
• A staff team who work together as a family and support one another wholeheartedly.
• A school with high aspirations for pupils and staff, rooted in faith, kindness and community.
 

Role Information

Job Title
Secondment Opportunity - Deputy Head Teacher
Job Type
Leadership
Job Phase
Primary
Location
Liverpool
Grade
L8
Actual Salary Information
N/A
Actual Salary Range
£61,534
Contract Type
Fixed term
Contract Term
Full time
Start Date
Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
Closing Date
Friday, June 12th, 2026

About the Role

Please refer to secondment opportunity job description

Personal Qualities

Please refer to secondment opportunity person specification

Application Information

Closing Date
Friday, June 12th, 2026

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please speak with your Headteacher in the first instance to confirm their agreement to a potential secondment.

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to contact the school office (0151 260 9697) to arrange an informal visit or conversation with Mrs Joanne McCormick. 

We encourage initial contact before half term, with visits and conversations taking place after half term (WB: 08.06.2026).
 

Recruitment Documents

Person Specification
Download Person Specification
Secondment Opportunity - Deputy Headteacher - Overview
Download Secondment Opportunity - Deputy Headteacher - Overview