Vacancy Post 1 – Assisi Catholic Trust

Deputy Headteacher Vacancy HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL

Required by September 2026
Group 2 L6-10
N.O.R 203

The Governors of Holy Family Catholic Primary School wish to appoint an applicant with demonstrable experience as an excellent Catholic practitioner and teacher for this rewarding deputy headteacher role. The successful candidate will be an ambitious team player with a commitment to continuous school improvement, who will nurture the children and contribute to leading the staff to excel. We are keen to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who will ensure that Holy Family continues to provide a broad curriculum, rooted in Gospel values. As a practicing Catholic, your drive and vision will help us continue to maximise the development and achievements of all our children, as well as contributing to our local community and wider Trust community of schools. The successful candidate will have the aspiration, resilience, and ability to support the new Headteacher following their appointment, building positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff and parents and create a culture of learning and ambition that will see our children develop, grow, and contribute as an active member in society today.

We want our Deputy Headteacher to:-

• Be a committed practicing Catholic and to support the Catholic ethos of our Catholic School, including the spiritual development of the pupils and the school’s role within the community.

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead, enthuse and motivate others and develop effective partnerships.

• Continue to raise aspirations and achievements of all our children through support and challenge;

• Secure high quality teaching and learning, with the ability to identify and sustain long term improvement;

• Use resources, intellect, creativity, and innovation to be successful.

• Have a positive and optimistic approach; be proactive, resilient, and confident; be an excellent multitasker;

• Be passionately committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff.

We can offer you:-

• Enthusiastic children who are proud of their school and their achievements

• A supportive, welcoming and caring ethos throughout the school based on the values of the Catholic faith;

• The opportunity to work with delightful children and a team of talented and conscientious staff committed to working together with our supportive parents to provide the best education and support for all our pupils;

• An enthusiastic, supportive and dedicated Local Governing Committee and Trust Board;

• The benefits of extensive support and collaboration across our Trust schools and the wider Diocese of Brentwood and can provide the successful applicant with opportunities for further professional development.

Please contact Claire Fantini, HR Manager, at the Assisi Registered Office on 01702 344933 or by email on recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com if you have any questions. Full details of the post and relevant application form are available from the HR Manager by contacting the above email address. All applicants must complete the CES Senior Leadership Application Form to be considered for this vacancy and submit it to recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com. Electronic applications are required to be signed by applicants invited to interview prior to interview.

This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics (see guidance document).

Assisi Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS clearance. References will be sought and an online search carried out on applicants as part of our due diligence.

Closing Date: 30th April 2026 (midnight)

Shortlisting: 8th May 2026

Formal Interviews: 15th May 2026

Application Pack

Application Form

Recruitment Monitoring Form

Rehabilitation of Offenders

Consent to Obtain References

CES Applicant Declaration