Assistant Headteacher
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Job Description
Assistant Head Teacher
Contract type: Permanent
Reporting to: Headteacher Responsible for: Year 6 & Curriculum
Salary: L1 – L4 (Outer London) – Depending on Experience
St Mary’s Catholic Junior School is seeking to appoint an inspirational, dedicated and faith-filled Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher and leader to help shape the future of our school and contribute to our strong Catholic ethos.
Our school is a welcoming and vibrant Catholic community where the Gospel values of Love, Respect, Peace and Faith underpin everything we do. As part of the family of schools within the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark, we are committed to nurturing the spiritual, moral and academic development of every child.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Headteacher in leading the school’s strategic direction, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning and promoting the Catholic life and mission of the school.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
Assistant Head Teacher
Contract type: Permanent
Reporting to: Headteacher Responsible for: Year 6 & Curriculum
Salary: L1 – L4 (Outer London) – Depending on Experience
St Mary’s Catholic Junior School is seeking to appoint an inspirational, dedicated and faith-filled Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher and leader to help shape the future of our school and contribute to our strong Catholic ethos.
Our school is a welcoming and vibrant Catholic community where the Gospel values of Love, Respect, Peace and Faith underpin everything we do. As part of the family of schools within the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark, we are committed to nurturing the spiritual, moral and academic development of every child.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Headteacher in leading the school’s strategic direction, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning and promoting the Catholic life and mission of the school.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Is a practising Catholic who is committed to supporting and developing the Catholic ethos of the school
- Has a clear understanding of Catholic education and the mission of schools within the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark
- Will contribute to developing the Catholic Life and Mission of the school
- Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven record of impact on teaching and learning
- Has the vision, leadership skills and determination to help drive school improvement
- Can inspire, support and develop colleagues through strong and compassionate leadership
- Is committed to ensuring every child flourishes academically, spiritually and personally
- A strong Catholic ethos where faith is lived out daily
- A supportive and collaborative staff team committed to excellence
- Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
- A committed governing body and supportive parish community
- Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth within the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark family of schools
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school to experience our welcoming community and see our children and staff in action.
Safeguarding
St Mary’s Catholic Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Closing Date: Monday 13th April 2026
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ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC JUNIOR SCHOOL
Sydenham Road, Croydon, CR0 2EW
Tel: 020 8688 4893
CEO: Miss L. O’Callaghan
Headteacher: Miss S.K. Fizul
Email: office@st-mary-jun.croydon.sch.uk
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