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Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher

Notre Dame Catholic Academy

Liverpool

  • Expired
Salary:
Group 6: L17-21
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2018
Apply by:
18 April 2018

Job overview

Founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame in 1869, Notre Dame is a well-established Catholic College which relocated to a new state of the art premises in September 2013. Initially an all girls’ school with a mixed Sixth Form, girls and boys have been admitted into year 7 since September 2012. It is now fully coeducational. The college is oversubscribed and was judged as a good school by Ofsted (February 2015).

We welcome students and staff from many cultures, and take positive steps to support pupils and staff with disabilities.

The Governing Body invites applications from practicing Catholic teachers who have a commitment to the vision and mission of the college and who can demonstrate the following:-

  • an imaginative, inspirational and distributive approach to school leadership
  • a sustained record of success as a senior leader in education
  • an understanding of the challenges of serving an inner-city area
  • an enthusiasm for collaborative working with a range of partners
  • a proven record of success in school improvement

Full details and an application form can be obtained from Mrs Joanne Ball, PA to Headteacher, by email to j.ball@notredame.liverpool.sch.uk

Informal visits to the college are welcomed prior to application and may be arranged by contacting Mrs J Ball at the college on 0151 330 5122.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 19th April at 3.00pm.
Interviews are planned for Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd May.

Notre Dame Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Great Homer Street, Liverpool L5 5AF
Tel: 0151-330 5122
Fax: 0151-207-0904
Voluntary Aided 11-19 Comprehensive College
NOR 867 (Sixth Form 97)
Trustees: Sisters of Notre Dame
Headteacher: Mrs F Harrison BSc (Hons) NPQH

About Notre Dame Catholic Academy

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+44 151 330 5122

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Here at Notre Dame Catholic College, our motto is "Do Small Things With Great Love"

Established in 1869 and founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. Until 2012, the school was an all-girls school and became fully co-educational in 2016.

Now a mixed, non-selective, Catholic secondary school with sixth form, serving students from the age of 11-18. The secondary school, situated in Liverpool and has approximately 890 students on record.

Built in 2013, our school boasts amazing state of the art facilities, and visitors are always impressed when they see the modern and bright layout of our open plan building.  Amongst other things we have:

  • First class Dance and Drama Studio
  • State of the Art Science Labs
  • Engaging Art facilities
  • An on-site Catholic Chapel
  • Use of Everton Park Sports Centre

Being just 2 miles from the City Centre, we also benefit from our amazing location.  With great transport links we are easily accessed from all surrounding area including Cheshire, Wirral, North Wales, Lancashire and Halton.

The former capital of culture, Liverpool is a growing and vibrant city with strong musical and footballing heritage.  There are many places to visit, and things to do in the city and we are also just 5 miles from the coast and the stunning beaches of Crosby and Formby.

There are some challenging socio-economic factors in parts of Liverpool, which are reflected in the school's intake. For example, the proportion of students eligible for free school meals is much higher than average.  There are more students with special educational needs than the national average.  The school is nonetheless a true comprehensive, with a wide ability range reflecting a social mix, and it has many very bright, enthusiastic and passionate youngsters. We are also at the centre of our community. This is a school where you can make a real difference.

In 2019, the secondary school was identified as requires improvement by Ofsted.  However our summer results have demonstrated significant progress, providing a solid platform for maintaining our momentum towards improving outcomes for our pupils.

Values and vision

The secondary school wants to challenge students to be the best version of themselves in everything they do – academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. It wants students to develop the qualities of optimism, confidence and imagination, along with the ability to think for themselves. Citizenship is at the heart of the school, and it guides students to contribute positively to the local, national and international community. Notre Dame Catholic College’s vision is to be a welcoming environment where everyone is treated equally and it nurtures students to become reflective and creative thinkers. The Liverpool school encourages students to get involved with fundraising and supports a number of charities. Students can participate in the school’s wide range of enrichment activities to further their interests and learn new skills.

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