Headteacher

Due to the retirement of our dynamic and inspirational Headteacher we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated leader who will enable our confident pupils to maintain personal and academic high standards, underpinned by a strong Catholic ethos.

Our section 48 report said: “Sacred Heart is an outstanding Catholic school where the mission and ethos of Catholic education underpins all the school does.”

Sacred Heart is a vibrant welcoming school with a well established leadership structure in place. Our popular oversubscribed school has high academic results with a superb record of sporting achievement. The school is supported by a flourishing Parents Association, the commitment of our Parish Priest and a dedicated and cohesive Board of Governors.

Our last Ofsted report said: “...attainment is substantially above the national average. This represents outstanding achievement.” “The attitude that pupils have towards their schoolwork is exemplary.” “...teachers use inspirational ways to capture pupil’s interest.”

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Is a practising Catholic with a clear vision of Catholic Education;
• Will inspire and encourage individual potential in all our pupils;
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and possess the ability to work with staff, parents and Governors to build on our existing achievements;
• Can demonstrate the vision and drive to continue leading our school into the future;
• Will have a clear knowledge and commitment to Safeguarding practices.

We can offer you:

• A school with confident, achieving, well behaved pupils who feel safe within the school environment;
• Committed and enthusiastic staff dedicated to ensuring each child attains their individual potential;
• A strong commitment to the promotion and well-being of the Catholic faith within the school and local community;
• A commitment to ensuring the development of staff for personal and pupil benefit;
• An environment where the safety and security of our pupils is high priority;
• A dedicated and supportive Board of Governors.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school to arrange an informal visit.

Application packs are available from and returnable to Mr David Johnson, Chair of Governors, via the school office.

E-mail: admin@hpoolsacredheart.org.uk

Closing date: Wednesday 14th June 2017 at 12 noon Shortlisiting date: Thursday 15th June 2017

Interview date: Wednesday 28th June 2017

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff andvolunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle in Partnership with Hartlepool Local Authority