Deputy Headteacher

The Governors are seeking to appoint a dynamic, forward thinking practising Catholic Teacher to assume a lead role in furthering the success of this thriving school.

St John Payne Catholic School is a diverse, friendly and inclusive community of 1200 students where each member is individually known, valued and loved as created in the image of God. We are proud to serve and lead with compassion and love.

The school enjoys a long record of academic success and high quality pastoral care, founded upon the Gospel values that underpin our support of young people to become the best versions of themselves. Our most recent Ofsted report notes that, ‘Pupils are taught in a caring and supportive environment. Pupils and staff describe it as being part of a community and some a ‘big family’. Pupils are safe, well cared for and valued. Pupils know that staff are there for them.’

The role will encompass all aspects of school leadership. The successful applicant will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven record of school improvement at senior level. This will comprise:

• Leadership of safeguarding
• Establishing accountability via line management to develop leadership
• Improving provision through support and expectation
• Leading and shaping strategic direction
• Ability to work both collegiately and independently
• The ability to analyse and evaluate data to inform support
• Excellent motivational skills, combined with personal drive and commitment
• Commitment to our vision of Catholic education, placing faith at the heart of school life
• The potential to develop and progress to Headship

Candidates must prove they can elicit the trust and confidence of staff, parents & carers, Governors and Clergy, and demonstrate the experience and credibility to deputise for the Headteacher in all areas of leadership. The successful candidate will be central to our continued success, playing a key role in furthering the Headteacher’s vision to ensure the children in our care are afforded the very best Catholic education.

For an application pack please contact the school office or follow the link from the Vacancies section of our website www.sjp.essex.sch.uk

Closing date: Sunday 28th April 2024.

Interview date: Wednesday 15th May 2024.

The school reserves the right to interview in advance of the closing date.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and fitness to work declaration.