Head of Science
St Gregory's Catholic High School
Warrington
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS-UPS dependent on experience and TLR1B
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2018
- Apply by:
- 19 March 2018
Job overview
St. Gregory’s Catholic High School
Cromwell Avenue
Westbrook
Warrington
WA5 1HG
Tel. No. 01925 574888
Email: across@stgregoryshigh.com
Number on roll 914
Head of Science MPS to UPS dependent on experience plus TLR 1B
Start date 1st September 2018
Tours and a conversation with the Headteacher/current Head of Department will be welcomed
St. Gregory’s Catholic High School is the highest performing school in Warrington for pupil progress measures and the most improved High School in the Liverpool Archdiocese. We are currently ranked in the top 18% of schools nationally for performance.
You would be leading an effective, dynamic team of subject specialists who strive to provide the best learning experience for pupils through high expectations, inspirational teaching and personalised support. Achievement in the department is outstanding and GCSE results are significantly above national in all areas.
The department consists of 7 full-time and 1 part-time teacher of Science, and one technician. Science teaching takes place in six large laboratories which are well resourced and from September 2018 we will have a further two additional specialist laboratories housed in our new building.
This is an excellent opportunity for an outstanding practitioner who has the experience and desire to successfully lead others and continue to raise standards across the department. The successful candidate will be passionate about science and will be personally driven to ensure that every child achieves and makes good progress.
This is also an exciting opportunity for an individual who wishes to develop their career to senior management level in a welcoming, ambitious and supportive school with a dedicated team of teachers and a wonderful cohort of students.
Further details and application forms are available from www.stgregoryshigh.com. Please return completed application forms to the above email address.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS. Closing date: Monday 19th March 9.00 a.m.
Interview: Thursday, 22nd March
Attached documents
About St Gregory's Catholic High School
- St Gregory's Catholic High School
- Cromwell Avenue, Westbrook, Warrington
- Cheshire
- WA5 1HG
- United Kingdom
St Gregory’s Catholic High School is a mixed Roman Catholic secondary school for pupils aged 11-16. It is located in Warrington, Cheshire, and has about 950 pupils. It is a voluntary aided school.
Headteacher
Mr Ed McGlinchey
Values and vision
The mission statement of St Gregory’s reads: “This is our God, the servant King. He calls us now to follow him.” The school’s prayer is: “Inspire us to build a community based on love and respect. May we be empowered to challenge injustice every day. Help us to value and support each other to create a positive Learning environment where all may serve. Amen.”
The staff, parents, governors and students of St. Gregory’s Catholic High School aim to work in partnership to create a vibrant community in which all are valued. At the core of school life is a belief that there is no better inspiration than the example and teaching of Jesus Christ.
The school community seeks to set an example of service, inspired by Jesus, and in doing so fulfil the aspirations that it has for each of its pupils, and to foster their spiritual, academic and personal development.
Ofsted
“Across the school there are examples of good and sometimes outstanding teaching. Many students are eager to learn and have aspirations to excel in their studies and in the contribution they make to school life.”
“The school represents a safe, caring and responsive community. Governance is strong and effective."
View St Gregory’s Catholic High School’s latest Ofsted report
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