Deputy Headteacher
Required for September 2025
Holy Family RC Primary School, Beechley Drive, Fairwater, Cardiff. CF5 3SN.
Telephone: 02920565354
E-mail: cardiff.gov.uk Website: https://www.holyfamilyprm.co.uk
Number on Roll: 160 ISR: 6-10
We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who is a committed practising Catholic and inspires and motivates children to achieve their best.
The well-being of all our children is paramount in all that we do.
We need a person with excellent leadership skills and can evidence their successful part in school improvement and change.
The Governing Body of Holy Family RC Primary School are seeking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who will work closely with the very supportive Governing Body in its clear aspiration for ongoing improvement in teaching and learning. The candidate will work with the Headteacher to further the achievements of our Catholic school. In recent Inspections, the following was noted:
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“The school is very clearly a strong Catholic community. This is immediately obvious when visiting and pervades all that happens. The work of leaders over an extended period of time is excellent, and the behaviour of pupils is exemplary”. The school was rated good overall.
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“Holy Family RC Primary School is a diverse community where contributions to is unique ethos and culture make it warm, welcoming and exciting place to live and learn. The careful consideration of pupil progress ensures that all pupils, including those with additional needs, language barriers and those who are vulnerable in other ways, make very good progress throughout their time at school. Leaders have created a calm and inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging”.
The Governing Body and whole school staff are committed to working for every child in close partnership with parents. All stakeholders are committed to developing and delivering a dynamic educational experience for every child to develop an appetite life-long learning. The Catholicism of Holy Family RC Primary School is rooted in the Mass and sacramental life of the Parish.
At Holy Family, we can offer you:
· A strong and supportive Catholic ethos, which pervades the life of the school.
· A determination to further develop a curriculum that produces ambitious, capable learners with a broad range and depth of knowledge and skills.
· Children who are curious about the world in which they live and who demonstrate a love of learning and who are very respectful and well behaved.
· A highly committed team of governors and staff who are dedicated to the pursuit of excellence.
· A commitment to continuous Professional Development.
We are searching for a Deputy Headteacher who:
· Is a practising Catholic who exhibits a clear understanding about the purpose of Catholic education and will lead and model our Catholic ethos and values within school and throughout the wider community.
· Is proven as an excellent Catholic teacher, with high standards and a determination to sustain rapid rates of progress in all pupils.
· Is committed to school improvement and has the necessary skills to motivate and drive initiatives.
· Is skilled at mentoring and supporting colleagues on the school’s journey of continuous improvement
· Fosters strong partnerships with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the local community to provide an environment where all are supported to achieve their full potential.
· Has a good sense of humour, a positive disposition and the enthusiasm to support the Headteacher and Governors in leading and managing the school.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Miss Jenkins and Mrs Chivers in the school office to arrange an appointment.
Senior Leadership Application Forms – CES forms can be found at: 67a205df124a68f07258bd2e_A 1 Model Application Form – Senior Leadership – REPLACED 3.02.25.docx
Completed application forms can be submitted electronically to the Chair of Governors Miss Carol Cobert (please email: hannah.jenkins5@cardiff.gov.uk ) or as a paper copy to the school (please address to the Chair of Governors) by Tuesday 25th March at 12pm.
Closing date: Tuesday 25th March at noon.
Shortlisting date: Tuesday 25th March
Lesson observations: Week beginning 31st March 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 9th April 2025
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and staff. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
