Deputy Headteacher
St Thomas's Centre
Blackburn with Darwen
- Expired
- Salary:
- L12 – L16
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 22 February 2023
Job overview
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, conscientious and self-motivated Deputy Head Teacher to work within St Thomas’s Centre. All our pupils have additional needs, and we are looking for staff who can build an excellent friendly rapport with young people and who has compassion for the vulnerable in society. We are looking for staff who are committed to making a difference to the lives of our pupils.
St Thomas’s Centre is a unique school: situated on two sites and in the community, it caters for pupils aged 5-16 years old with special educational needs, social, emotional and mental health difficulties and young people with serious medical issues. Many of our pupils have struggled to thrive in a mainstream setting.
St Thomas’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to strong references and enhanced DBS checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer with a staff body who reflect the diversity and heritage of our community.
The successful candidate will:
· be passionate creating opportunities for vulnerable learners
· be able to work well under pressure
· have a “can do” approach.
· have a flexible attitude to working
· be energetic and adaptable
Applicants are warmly invited to visit the Centre in person.
Should you wish to have an informal discussion regarding the post please contact Mrs Amanda Leaver, Business manager on 01254 958401
To apply complete the attached application form together with your supporting letter (no more than two A4 sides)
Completed applications should then be returned to the school
Closing date: 22nd February 2023
Shortlisting date: 23rd February 2023
Interview date: Friday 24th February 2023
Please apply to:
Mrs A Leaver, Business Manager
St Thomas’s Centre PRU
Hawthorne Street
Lancashire
BB1 9TH
Attached documents
About St Thomas's Centre
- St Thomas's Centre
- Lambeth Street, Blackburn
- Lancashire
- BB1 1NA
- United Kingdom
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