Head of PSHE & Character Education
St Mary's Catholic High School
Wigan
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS + TLR 2c (max) £ 7,847pa
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2024
- Apply by:
- 15 April 2024
Job overview
Are you a passionate educator with a dedication to the holistic development of students? Do you believe in the power of character education and its pivotal role in shaping young minds? If so, we invite you to join our Catholic community as the Head of PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education) and Character Education.
We are an oversubscribed 11-18 Catholic High school committed to nurturing not only academic excellence but also the moral and spiritual growth of our students. As we continue to build our Curriculum for Life department, we are seeking an exceptional individual to lead this crucial aspect of our educational provision.
At St Marys, we recognise the importance of equipping our students with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate life's challenges with resilience, respect, and compassion. Rooted in our Catholic values, our Curriculum for Life and Character Education programs are integral parts of our educational ethos.
As the Head of PSHE and Character Education, you will play a central role in shaping the hearts and minds of our students. Working closely with our dedicated team of educators, you will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive PSHE curriculum that addresses the diverse needs of our students.
We believe that every child has the potential to flourish academically, socially, and spiritually. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, helping them to develop the knowledge, skills, and values they need to thrive in today's world and beyond.
If you are a dedicated practitioner with a keen interest in the development of the whole child, we would love to hear from you.
If you require any additional information or would like to visit school, please contact Tricia Foster, Human Resources Manager by e-mail t.foster@st-maryshigh.wigan.sch.uk
To apply for the post, your completed application must be submitted to include the following documents:
- CES Teacher Staff Application Form to include a supporting statement (current version of the application form December 2020)
- CES Consent to Obtain References
- CES Monitoring Form
Completed applications should be clearly marked with the post title and returned electronically for the attention of Mrs D Brahms, Headteacher to recruitment@st-maryshigh.wigan.sch.uk
Closing date: 9.00am, Monday 15th April 2024
Interview date: Friday 19th April 2024
St Mary’s is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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About St Mary's Catholic High School
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- St Mary's Catholic High School
- Manchester Road, Astley, Tyldesley, Manchester
- Lancashire
- M29 7EE
- United Kingdom
Headteacher: Mrs D Brahms BA(Hons), PGCE, NPQH
St. Mary’s is a well established, co-educational, Catholic 11-18 comprehensive school within the Wigan Local Authority and under the trusteeship of the Liverpool Archdiocese. We have a very supportive and inclusive pastoral system. The school is currently judged by OFSTED as a Good School.
Facilities on the 30 acre site are good and the school is within easy access of local trunk roads and motorways. The Governors have invested significant funds into the school site to build an Excellence Centre, a new dining facility, a dedicated Sixth form area, a new Technology and Geography base and a Student Support Centre. The Governing Body is the employer of staff in the school. All staff are expected to be fully supportive of the school’s Mission Statement and the aims and practices of Catholic education. Teaching staff attend and contribute to assemblies and other liturgical functions which are part of the life of the school. The academic structure of the school is built on a Faculty basis. The student guidance structure, supported fully by form tutors, is led by Directors of each Key Stage.
The school takes pupils across the whole ability range which includes those aiming for university and those with special educational needs. All pupils are of equal value and every child should achieve the highest possible standards. The highest standards of discipline are demanded. A uniform is worn and insisted on. The governors seek to appoint teachers who share such high standards and who are willing to support whole school policies in order to reinforce levels of conduct, behaviour and good manners. Extra curricular activities form an important part of children’s experience whilst at school and we particularly welcome applications from teachers who will provide additional opportunities for pupils outside normal lessons, either in their own subject or other areas.
In recent years pupils have represented their town, county and in some cases England and Great Britain in a variety of sports. The Music Department has an excellent choir which regularly performs at public events. A large number of staff are involved in school clubs at lunchtime and after school.
We work closely with other schools and have a collaborative model to offer students in order to offer students enhanced opportunities. With effect from 1st September 2003 all appointments have been subject to the understanding that staff may be requested to work collaboratively.
Where a post is reserved for practising Catholics (e.g. Headteacher, Head of Religious Education) this will be clearly stated in the Job Description or Person Specification. A very strong contribution is made to the school by teachers who, though not themselves Catholics, are completely in sympathy with the aims and practices of Catholic education.
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