Principal
Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College
Worcestershire
- Expired
- Salary:
- £81,478-£99,081
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2017
- Apply by:
- 9 November 2016
Job overview
Due to the retirement of the existing post holder after 16 years of committed and outstanding service the Governors wish to appoint an excellent Principal who is a practising Catholic to lead our highly successful Catholic College. We are seeking an inspirational leader with vision and the ability to motivate staff, students, governors and parents to even greater success. The post is permanent and commences 1st September 2017.
Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is an ambitious successful and oversubscribed school in the city of Worcester, judged Good by Ofsted in 2013 and Outstanding by S48 inspections in 2015. The College is committed to the promotion of ‘Gospel Values and Personal Achievement.’ It seeks to develop pupils who are responsible and mature young adults, with high standards of attainment and rates of progress in public examinations.
The successful candidate must be a Catholic in good standing with the Church and will demonstrate:
- A commitment to developing and celebrating the Catholic life of our college and the spiritual and moral development of our community.
- A proven track record of successful school leadership at Deputy Head/Head Teacher level.
- A proven track record of leading initiatives in teaching and learning which bring about measurable and sustainable improvement to a wide range of outcomes for all students.
- A clear understanding of strategic and financial management.
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
- A thorough understanding of innovative educational developments.
Ofsted Inspection 2013 - ‘Good’ ‘Students are courteous and helpful.’ ‘In lessons students are keen to learn.’ ‘Of particular note is how harmoniously students from different faiths enjoy learning together.’ Section 48 Inspection 2015 - ‘Outstanding’ ‘Overall students learn very quickly due to their excellent behaviour and the high standard of teaching over time which motivates them.’ ‘Care is given to maintaining a vibrant environment for learning.’ ‘Collective worship is carefully integrated with the daily life of the college’
For further information or to book an informal college visit please contact Ms Rosie Delord, PA to the Principal, to make arrangements on 01905 361875 or email office@blessededward.co.uk CES application forms and further details are available on the college website www.blessededward.co.uk
This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application.
Closing date for applications: 9th November 2016
Shortlisting: 10th November 2016
Interviews will be held on 7th and 8th December 2016
Attached documents
About Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College
- Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College
- Timberdine Avenue, Worcester
- Worcestershire
- WR5 2XD
- United Kingdom
Ethos and Commitment
Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is located in the beautiful city of Worcester. The College’s Mission can be encapsulated in the phrase “a commitment to Gospel Values and Personal Achievement”. The Gospel Values we develop, with parents, in our children are those of Love, Truth, Compassion, Holiness, Forgiveness, Justice, Sacrifice and Peace. We welcome pupils of other World Faiths and together as the “People of God” we believe in the uniqueness and goodness of each individual.
It is our intention that all pupils achieve their maximum potential academically and are able to develop each of their talents to the fullest. Each pupil is expected to commit to this principle and we work closely with parents and young adults to ensure that every opportunity and chance to succeed is seized.
Values and Responsibility
We are a community which places the child at the centre. The good school should reflect the good home. In each environment the child is nurtured, supported, loved and challenged. The values which are present in the good home are the same values which we strive to ensure permeate through the college. We listen through a variety of channels to the “pupil’s voice”. This includes Year and College Councils, Principal’s Meetings, Academic Boards, Departmental Councils, Mentoring and Befriending Panels.
Objectives and Learning
Learning is at the centre of our college activity. We are committed to a “Learn 2 Learn” programme and the 5 R’s i.e. Reflecting, Resourcefulness, Reasoning, Resilience and Responsibility. The 4 part lesson is integral to our effective teaching including clear learning objectives and plenaries. Interactive ICT hardware is in every teaching room and utilised in the delivery of lessons. ICT is a major motivational force in effective teaching and learning in the college. Every year pupils achieve excellent examination results which prepare them for post 16 education and increases their life chances.
Enrichment and the Curriculum
Our entitlement for our pupils includes a wide range of activities which support and enrich the curriculum. This entitlement and curriculum was rated as “outstanding” in our recent Ofsted Report. A variety of international trips to countries as far apart and diverse as America, Canada, India, Thailand, Malta, Germany and France allows pupils to develop their knowledge, skills and service to other people. Pupils participate in a wide range of national, regional and local competitions and showcase events.
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