Headteacher

Due to the retirement of the Headteacher we are seeking to appoint an empathetic, visionary and dedicated Education Leader to lead our school community. With a committed staff and senior leadership team the newly appointed Headteacher will continue to prioritise the whole child as we move forward with the curriculum.

‘The quality of teaching at the school is good, expectations are high and, as a result, pupils make good progress towards achieving their targets.’ OfSTED 2019. ‘St Mary’s is a warm, welcoming, caring, and inclusive school with a profound Catholic ethos. All leaders have a strong sense of their responsibility to the Church, the school, and the community. The shared sense of mission and vision result in a school where all stakeholders feel valued.’ Section 48 inspection

We wish to appoint a leader who is: -

• A practising Catholic with high expectations to develop the academic and spiritual life of the school
• Has proven leadership qualities unique to the challenges faced with schools in disadvantaged areas
• Can operate collegially with senior leaders and staff to build on the successes achieved
• Values working with other professionals and Headteachers within our Trust
• Able to evidence sustained improvement and senior leadership experience in a primary school
• Able to lead curriculum development, be creative, inspire and motivate staff and children alike

In return we can offer: -

• A catholic community where the children are enthusiastic, keen and flourish in their learning
• A supportive and dedicated SLT who have influenced and driven forwards school improvement
• Proactive academy council members who contribute positively to all elements of school life
• The opportunity to build on our partnerships with the Parish, Trust Academies and the wider local community
• Increased possibilities to develop your skills within our Trust and with key professionals
• A school where you will transform lives of the children we serve and their families with goodness and love

St Mary’s Catholic Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants

You are warmly encouraged to arrange a visit to the school. Appointments can be made by contacting Mr Harry Rowan - contact details below.

Application forms and further details are available from https://www.bpstrust.org.uk/Vacancies/  Should you wish to have a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact the Trust’s Director of Education Harry Rowan at (h-rowan@bpstrust.org.uk ) or at the Trust on 01274 008213. All completed CES forms (ensuring an up-to-date email address is included) need to be addressed to the CEO and returned to info@bpstrust.org.uk

Closing date:                  12:00 Monday 3rd October, 2022

Interview date:             Monday 10th October, 2022