Headteacher

The Governors of Ursuline Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a practising Catholic to be our next inspirational Head Teacher following the retirement of our current Head. This is an exciting opportunity for a Catholic leader with the vision, passion and positivity to enable all members of our school community to live out our school motto - ‘Believe, Achieve, Serve.’

We are looking for a leader who:

• Has a strong Catholic Faith and a clear understanding of supportive forward-thinking leadership within Catholic education
• Has a proven track record as an outstanding practitioner
• Is an inspirational leader with the energy and vision to lead our school on the next stage of it’s exciting journey
• Will be inclusive, holistic and creative about teaching and learning
• Believes passionately in the potential and wellbeing of all children, staff and those in our wider school community
• Will nurture and further develop our Catholic ethos, community and relationships
• Has the ability, drive and determination to further raise standards through an inspiring curriculum
  

We can offer you:

• A welcoming school with a strong Catholic ethos where everyone is valued, and all actions are shaped by Gospel values
• A committed, knowledgeable and supportive Governing Body
• The opportunity to fulfil the school’s enormous potential by working with a very committed and highly skilled staff
• Inspirational and hardworking children, with a thirst for learning and life who are proud to attend their school
• A fantastic community of Parents and Parishioners who highly value their school
• The opportunity to work in partnership with other local schools
• A locality that instils a sense of awe and wonder
  

We warmly invite you to come and visit our school - a place where we ‘Believe, Achieve, Serve.’

Please contact Anthony Hampson on 0151 924 1704 to arrange a visit.

How to Apply

A senior leadership application form and accompanying notes can be downloaded from TES website or schools web page www.ursulineprimary.co.uk

Please return all completed application forms to Anthony Hampson at admin.ursuline@schools.sefton.gov.uk or post to: Ursuline Catholic Primary School Nicholas Road,Blundellsands,Liverpool,L23 6TT

Closing date: 12pm Monday 7th October 2019
Short Listing: Thursday 17th October 2019
Interview Days: Wednesday 6th/Thursday 7th November 2019

The successful applicant will be expected to sign the Catholic Education Service contract of employment.

Ursuline Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance.
References will be taken up for all shortlisted candidates prior to inter.