Lewisham Council
Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School Deputy Headteacher
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Job Description
Job role: Deputy Headteacher
Closing Date: 12pm (noon) Tuesday 13th October 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 20th October 2026
Start Date: 1st January 2027
Leadership Scale: L8-L12 (Inner London)
We are looking for a leader who:
- Has a clear vision and understanding of Catholic education and a commitment to promote the Catholic ethos throughout the whole school community
- Is a current senior leader who has the skills, energy, drive and passion required to develop and secure the very best outcomes for all of our pupils
- Is an experienced, well-qualified teacher who knows what excellent teaching looks like and how to develop it in others
- Is reflective and focused on all children, with high expectations of their learning and behaviour
- Will inspire, challenge and encourage staff to help us build on and continue to develop our vision for our school
- Will nurture a strong, caring ethos and is committed to continuing and developing the effective partnerships with the local parish, families, governors, community, Diocese and the Local Education Authority
- Is a leader with a proven track record of whole school impact.
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We can offer you:
- A welcoming school community with a strong Catholic ethos
- Enthusiastic, well-motivated children who thrive on learning
- A team of hard-working, dedicated and caring staff
- A supportive Governing Body who work in partnership with the Headteacher
- A strong partnership with parents, parish and the community
- A commitment to CPD with an excellent opportunity to develop as a leader.
How to apply:
Good Shepherd warmly welcomes the opportunity for potential candidates to visit. If you would like to arrange a visit, please call our school office on 020 8698 4173 or email recruitment@goodshepherd.lewisham.sch.uk.
To download an application pack, please visit www.goodshepherd.lewisham.sch.uk/Vacancies-Teaching-staff/.
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For further details, please contact the school by email at: recruitment@goodshepherd.lewisham.sch.uk.
Completed application forms should be emailed to: recruitment@goodshepherd.lewisham.sch.uk
or returned by post to:
Mrs Angela Catlin
Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School
Moorside Road
Bromley
BR1 5EP
by 12pm (noon) Tuesday 13th October 2026.
CVs will not be accepted; therefore, a Good Shepherd Catholic/CES Application Form must be completed for all applications.
This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check and references. Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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