The Aspiring to Deputy/Headship Programme offers support to practising Catholic leaders applying for a senior leadership role in a Catholic school within one of the five North West Catholic Dioceses: Archdiocese of Liverpool, Lancaster, Salford, Shrewsbury, and Wrexham.

The programme is led by experienced Catholic leaders who are involved in recruiting and retaining Catholic leaders. They offer the most up-to-date advice and guidance on the application process and what to expect at interview.

The programme includes the following but is always prepared for the needs of the delegates attending, so it may include other activities.

Introduction 

If Not You, Who?

Prayer & Liturgy

• Introduction to the dos and don’ts of Prayer and Liturgy in an Interview Process
• Opportunity to prepare for a Prayer & Liturgy session for interview

What To Expect at Interview

Introduction to the types of tasks that might be part of the recruitment process

• Opportunities to practise – Data Task – including presentation – Finance Task – In-tray exercises

Evidencing Your Experience

Liturgical Prayer Activity

During the afternoon you will be offered a 20-minute mock interview which will include feedback. This is in discussion with the delegate to ensure that the time is used to meet their individual needs.

Delegates can choose to submit an application form, but this is not a requirement.

Following the face-to-face day, the NWCDTP team offer ongoing support to:

• Provide feedback on applications
• Advice and guidance on future interviews

Dates for 2025-26 – Aspiring to Headship/Deputy Headship