St Mary's is a friendly and loving school community, firmly rooted in the gospel values of love and respect. Through the support of our skilled and professional teaching team, we want our children to learn and flourish in an environment where they are inspired to rise to challenges, build upon successes and learn from mistakes. We strive to make the world a richer place by promoting high standards of behaviour and learning, as we encourage each child to make significant improvement in their learning during their time with us. We are looking for an inspiring Deputy Headteacher to help drive forward and further shape our vision for the school’s future development. You will be an active member of the school community who will lead, support, and encourage collaboration to help the school meet and exceed its objectives. This role is a Reserved position which means that Applicants must be practising Catholics. Please see the accompanying NRCDES document ‘Catholic School and the Definition of a Practising Catholic) with a strong faith commitment and a clear vision for Catholic Education. You will join our team of enthusiastic and dedicated staff, supportive parents and a governing body who work in partnership to ensure that each child is happy, safe, supported and encouraged in all they do. Our catholic education and values permeate all areas of the curriculum and all aspects of school life. Our caring family ethos allows children to flourish and develop academically, socially and spiritually. This is a permanent full time position starting from 1 September 2025. About us St Mary's Catholic Primary School is located in Nottingham. We are an Ofsted-rated Good school. We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire. You will: Be a practising Catholic with a strong faith commitment and a clear vision for Catholic Education. Ensure that the example and teachings of Jesus Christ are at the centre of all that we do. Place safeguarding at the heart of the school. Have a proven track records of successful leadership, management and school improvement. Have the vision and energy to initiate, lead and manage strategies to build on the current successes and achievements of the school. Be passionate about ensuring that each pupil fulfils their unique potential. Be a confident, positive and visible leader with the ability to build relationships with staff, pupils, parents, Governors, Directors and others working in the CMAT and a wide variety of external partners. Constantly be looking ahead, working closely with the CMAT, Governors and the SLT to develop a compelling faith centred vision for the school that acts as the focus of all activity and drives improvement. Be able to build successful teams and work collaboratively with others to achieve success. Be able to respond and adapt effectively to changing circumstances, maintaining high levels of performance. Actively listen and effectively communicate to a wide range of audiences. Why work for us: We offer: A salary of £59,167 - £65,286 per annum (Leadership Scale points 8 - 12). Enthusiastic and ambitious children who are keen to learn. A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment. Access to first-class CPD opportunities with a specialist support staff CPD programme. A highly supportive and ambitious Catholic Multi-Academy Trust Board and Governing Body. Professional assistance through our Employee Assistance Programme– emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals. Health and wellbeing delivered through our occupational health provider. Staff discounts and a salary sacrifice scheme that includes a Cycle-to-work scheme. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please call the school office on 0115 9151799 to arrange this. How to Apply: Prior to application, please contact Anne-Marie Bell, Headteacher via email to discuss the role: ***********@smca.nottingham.sch.uk Please complete the online application form located on our vacancies page and include a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 (included within the online application form) and additional single side of A4, summarising the impact of your work as a leader in your current / recent roles. Closing Date: Friday 13 June 2025 at 9.00am Provisional Interview date: Tuesday 17 June 2025 Start Date: 1 September 2025, if possible. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks are required for successful applicants. Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are committed to cultivating an equitable working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect and where every individual can fulfil their potential.. Location : Nottingham, City of Nottingham