Vacancy

Deputy Headteacher

Job summary

SalaryL3 - L8
LocationSt Mary's Catholic Primary School, Worthing
AddressSt Marys Catholic Primary School, Cobden Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4BD
Websitewww.stmarysworthing.org.uk
Emailoffice@stmarysworthing.org.uk
Telephone No01903 234115
Required From1st September 2024
ContractPermanent, Full-time

Job advertisement

St Mary’s is seeking an inspirational Catholic leader to join us as we continue on our rapid journey. St Mary’s is a welcoming, vibrant and inclusive Catholic school in the heart of Worthing, our community is diverse and we celebrate our similarities and differences as we learn and grow from each other. Our Governing Body is seeking to employ a new Deputy Headteacher who will join us as we continue to inspire, challenge and encourage all children to be the best they can be.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:
• Has vision, high expectations and enthusiasm.
• Is an exemplary practitioner, passionate about education and with the ability to inspire both children and colleagues.
• Has a creative and innovative approach across the school.
• Has determination to strive for excellence in all aspects of school life.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written & oral) and professionalism.
• Is committed to and can promote our school motto in all aspects of school life – More than just a school: Living; Loving; Learning.
• Have an absolute commitment to sustained school improvement.

We can offer you:
• Fabulous children who are eager to learn, motivated and well-behaved.
• A supportive, caring and creative team of staff who are passionate about making this school the best it can be.
• A forward-thinking school that supports child-centred initiatives and believes in providing irresistible learning experiences.
• A well-resourced learning environment.
• A supportive CPD programme.

We are committed to safeguarding and all applicants must be willing to undergo screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. An online presence search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates.

We encourage you to come and visit us so that we can show you how amazing we really are. Please call the main school office on 01903 234115 or email Janet Wiggins PA to the Leadership team office@stmarysworthing.org.uk to book a time to visit us.

To apply please submit your application using the application form with a supporting letter of no more than two sides of A4 when typed. In your letter of application please tell us how you satisfy the person specification and consider the following key areas:
• Your reasons for applying for the post and a vision of what you will bring to this role.
• The Leadership experiences that you have had that you feel are relevant to the post.
• An outline of what you feel are the key issues facing schools in the next two to three years.
• An indication of your strengths, both personally and professionally.

Please return your completed application form and supporting letter by 5pm on Thursday 9th May 2024 to Mrs G Irvine, St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Cobden Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4BD or email: head@stmarysworthing.org.uk

Closing date: Thursday 9th May at 5pm
Proposed Interview date: Thursday 23rd May
Pay scale: L3 – L8

Posted Date:10 April 2024
Closing Date:9 May 2024
Interview Date:23 May 2024

Further information

Advert DHT.pdf
CES Application Form Senior Leadership.docx
Deputy Headteacher Recruitment pack.pdf
Recruitment_Monitoring_Form.docx
Rehabilitation_of_Offenders_Act_1974_-_Disclosure_Form.docx

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