Headteacher
St Mark's Catholic School
Hounslow, Greater London TW3 3EJ
- Expired
- Salary:
- Group 7 School, Outer London, negotiable subject to experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 27 February 2018
Job overview
St. Mark’s Vision Statement:
The community of St. Mark’s believes that every individual is created by God, and is precious to God. Each person is called to serve God and their neighbour and to fulfil their potential.
Due to the retirement, after 17 years, of our current Head, we are looking for an exceptional Headteacher who will lead our school into its next stage of development. St Mark’s Catholic School was graded outstanding in all categories in its last Ofsted inspection. Examination results are outstanding at both GCSE (Progress 8, +0.89) and ‘A’ Level (A*-B grades 75%). The school is heavily oversubscribed and enjoys an excellent reputation. It ranks among the top Comprehensive Schools nationally.
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
- Is a practising Catholic
- Has the leadership skills and intellectual capability to develop the school strategically to deliver outstanding education to our diverse and talented community
- Has high expectations, drive, creativity and resilience
- Is empowering to our exceptional staff
- Demonstrates expertise in teaching and curriculum development
- Is an excellent communicator with a demonstrable commitment to working effectively with students, staff, parents, carers, governors, the local community and the Diocese.
- Has a proven track record of implementing change successfully and raising standards in teaching and learning
We can offer you:
- An inspirational cohort of students who live out the vision statement and Catholic values of the school
- High quality and committed staff who strive to deliver success for all the pupils
- A school with a strong Catholic identity which is a member of the Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust
- Experience within a very diverse, vibrant and supportive community
- An inclusive environment
- A commitment to support your CPD and career development
- Outstanding facilities to support teaching, learning and wellbeing
- A supportive governing body and senior management team
To arrange a visit or request an application pack contact Maureen Howard, Clerk to the Governing Body: howardm@st-marks.hounslow.sch.uk or Tel: 020 8814 7339.
Closing date for Applications: Tuesday 27th February at 5.00 pm.
Interview dates: 12th/ 13th March 2018
The Post is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check
St. Mark’s Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
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About St Mark's Catholic School
Thank you for your interest in the current vacancies at St. Mark’s Catholic School. St. Mark’s is recognised as being one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country and in our recent Ofsted Inspection (September 2022) we achieved ‘outstanding’ in every category. Inspectors witnessed the 'Everyday Excellence' at St. Mark's, and they were complimentary about all aspects of our provision. Inspectors noted that:
“Pupils thrive at this school. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils and they are determined that all pupils will be given the opportunities they need to succeed. Behaviour in lessons and around the school is exemplary, and pupils show high levels of respect to each other, to staff and to visitors. The work of the school is held in high regard by others, and leaders share their practice with other schools in the trust and in the diocese.” (Ofsted)
The Catholic ethos is at the heart of all that we do in St Mark’s, and we were also judged to be outstanding in every category in the most recent Diocesan Inspection (December 2018).
St. Mark’s enjoys an outstanding reputation for academic achievement based on a consistent record of excellent examination results. We are proud of the exceptional progress that our pupils make, and we are committed to the pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning throughout the curriculum. Our staff are central to the success of the school. They are experienced, highly skilled, and professional. St. Mark’s is a truly inclusive community, and we celebrate our pupils’ achievements, together with providing outstanding pastoral support. Our students have an excellent work ethic, are polite and respectful. We expect all pupils to work hard, to show respect and courtesy for others and to take pride in their appearance. The continuing success of St. Mark’s School is based on a positive partnership between parents, and they are overwhelming supportive of the school and appreciate the commitment of staff.
For any further application details or any queries please email Sarah Gregory, Headteacher's PA. gregorys@st-marks.hounslow.sch.uk or via phone on 0208 577 3600.
St. Mark’s Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory, enhanced DBS check. References will be requested prior to interview.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. All applications will be considered solely on merit, and we will be using the Person Specifications and Job Descriptions when shortlisting.
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