Deputy Headteacher
Salary: Leadership Scale L25 - L30 (£93,421-£105,592)
Contract: Full time, permanent
Closing date for applications: Monday 20 April 2026 at noon
About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional and experienced senior leader to join our college and take strategic responsibility for curriculum leadership, timetabling, and organisational planning across Key Stages 3-5. This is a pivotal role within our leadership team, offering the opportunity to shape the academic experience of nearly 2,000 students within a thriving and ambitious Catholic College.
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Leadership
- Lead the design and development of a high-quality curriculum across Key Stages 3-5
- Ensure curriculum pathways are ambitious, coherent, and inclusive
- Oversee the options process and subject provision
Timetable & Organisation
- Lead the construction and management of the timetable across both sites
- Ensure effective deployment of teaching staff
- Oversee curriculum modelling and strategic planning
Staffing & Cover
- Lead staffing allocation to support effective curriculum delivery
- Oversee cover arrangements to ensure continuity of learning
- Work closely with the Business Manager on staffing and operational planning
College Improvement
- Contribute to whole-College improvement planning
- Work collaboratively with Deputy Leaders responsible for Outcomes and Culture
- Ensure curriculum structures drive strong academic performance
About You
- Is an experienced senior leader with a strong track record in curriculum leadership
- Has expertise in timetable construction and organisational planning
- Can think strategically and manage complexity effectively
- Demonstrates strong leadership of people and systems>}
- Are a practising Catholic
- Is committed to the mission and values of Catholic education
Why Join SBSJ?
- A large, ambitious, and distinctive Catholic College
- A clear and well-structured leadership team
- A curriculum that values both academic excellence and personal formation
- A strong sense of community and shared purpose
- The opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of nearly 2,000 students
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