Assistant Headteacher – Data and Reporting

Coloma Convent Girls’ School in Shirley is recognised as one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country. We are consistently oversubscribed and a very popular choice within the borough and other local boroughs. In October 2019, Coloma received its fifth ‘Outstanding’ Diocesan Inspection report and in 2021 was named ‘Best School in Croydon’ in the Real Schools Guide. In December 2022, The Times released its ‘Parent Power Schools Guide’ to the top 1600 UK schools based on 2022 exam results. Coloma was ranked 2nd in the best girls’ comprehensive category and 39th in the best comprehensive school category.

We are looking for an experienced middle leader or senior leader who can continue the journey towards outstanding that the current postholder has started. The Sixth Form at Coloma was identified as Good in our recent Ofsted inspection and is oversubscribed with both internal and external applicants who study both academic and vocational qulifications. We focus on nurturing and developing the whole student so that they are successful at school and beyond. This is a very exciting opportunity for any applicant who wishes to join a committed and dynamic SLT.

Coloma is very proud of its history of academic achievement supported by a commitment to the wellbeing of all; this is due to the hard work, focus and dedication to Coloma’s ethos shown by pupils and staff alike. In 2022, we achieved remarkable exam results with a provisional Progress 8 score of 0.85 at GCSE and 43% of A Level students achieving A*/A grades and 22% D* BTEC.

We Offer

• A school with a strong commitment to all staff
• A working environment focused on raising standards for all
• Excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning
• The opportunity to work in a team where your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated
• The opportunity to work within the largest cosmopolitan centre outside of Central London, undergoing substantial redevelopment, growth and change
• A school that invests in enrichment and extra-curricular activities

Do not be put off applying for a post if you are not a practising Catholic. We welcome applications from colleagues who are supportive of the values of a Catholic School. Many of our staff are members of religious faiths other than Catholic and make an enormous contribution to the well-being of our students.

On Saturday 11th March (9am-11am), potential candidates are invited to meet the SLT, tour the school and discuss career opportunities at Coloma. To book a place, or for any queries, please email Victoria Davis at vdavis@coloma.croydon.sch.uk

For more information about Coloma, please visit https://www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk/

To apply, please click the Apply button to send us your completed application form.

Closing date: 9am, Friday 17th March 2023

Interviews: w/c 20th March 2023

Coloma reserves the right to commence or complete the recruitment process at any time prior to the closing date, so an early application is recommended.

Please note: We do not accept applications via agencies.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share the commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.