Deputy Headteacher

Start Date: 1 September 2024 
Group 2 Leadership Range: Deputy Headteacher Salary:  (£53,380- £58,959) 0.7 teaching commitment.

School Mission Statement: 
At St Mary’s Catholic Primary School,
We love one another by
Showing respect and caring for each other.
We always try our best and take pride in ourselves
Because each one of us is special to God.

The Governing Body and Headteacher of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a practising Catholic to the position of a Deputy Headteacher with a 0.7 teaching commitment. We are looking for someone who will continue to build on our strong Catholic ethos and help to drive forward our whole school vision.  

St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School is situated close to Workington town centre and the beautiful Solway Coast. It is on the edge of the Lake District National Park, which is an area of outstanding natural beauty. 

We benefit from an active and supportive local community, including strong partnerships with the local parish which have recently been identified in our recent RE inspection. We have made significant investments in our outdoor learning environment enabling us to enhance learning beyond the classroom. St. Mary’s is proud of its extended provision and has strong links with the consortium of Workington schools.  

In November 2022 Ofsted judged St Mary’s to be a good school. Pupil behaviour and attitudes were judged as outstanding. 
Ofsted stated ‘Leaders have designed a broad curriculum. It is ambitious for all pupils, including pupils with SEND’. They also noted that ‘Pupils behave exceptionally well. They enjoy their learning immensely. They are polite, courteous, and well mannered. Pupils are mature and articulate.’

We are seeking to appoint an excellent practitioner with drive and enthusiasm, who has the knowledge, experience and skills to lead, alongside other senior leaders, on teaching, learning, curriculum and assessment. The Deputy Head Teacher will work closely with the Head teacher and other senior leaders in the school. 

At St Mary’s Primary School, children are at the heart of our work. Our priority is to deliver high quality teaching and learning whilst at the same time providing rich and enjoyable learning experiences.

We would like to hear from you if you:
•    Are a practising Catholic with a strong faith commitment. 
•    Can demonstrate a clear understanding of Catholic education and the vision and ability to further develop the Catholic life of our school;
•    Have the ability to identify and deliver outstanding teaching; having the confidence to lead and model this.
•    Have previous leadership experience within a primary school, at senior leadership level.
•    Are passionate about ensuring that each pupil fulfils their unique potential; 
•    Have a tenacious approach to Safeguarding; ensuring the safety and well being of all  
•    Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build on and maintain strong relationships with staff, parents and carers, children, governors and the local and wider community.
•    Have an in-depth knowledge of the curriculum across the primary age range including EYFS.
•    Have regard and respect for the experiences, knowledge and cultural diversity that every child brings to school and use this as a foundation for improving standards;
•    Offer all children equal access to all aspects of school life; where individual differences are appreciated, celebrated, understood and accepted;
•    Encourage children to become good citizens holding British and Gospel values, by developing caring attitudes, tolerance and respect towards themselves, other children, adults, their school and their community.

We can offer you:
•    A school where children are at the centre and Jesus is at the heart of everything we do;
•    Children who are rewarding to teach, eager to learn and who thrive on success, nurture and positive relationships
•    A dedicated and highly motivated staff who have strong relationships with pupils, parents and the local community; who work hard to make St Mary’s the success it is
•    A place where we create growth in prayer, spiritual awareness and moral values;
•    A friendly, welcoming and supportive community who are immensely proud of their school;
•    A commitment to continued professional development;
•    A supportive and active Local Governing Body;
•    A friendly working environment which supports and enhances our vision and ethos.

If you are interested in this post and would like the opportunity to visit our school, please contact us on 01946 830433. Visits are encouraged and can be made by arrangement with our Headteacher Mrs Danielle Douglas.

To apply, please visit the school website www.stmarys-harrington.cumbria.sch.uk to download the application pack.  

All completed application forms and supporting information should be returned to the Clerk to the Governing Body at the following email address: a.glaister@stmarys-harrington.cumbria.sch.uk 

Closing date for applications is 12 Noon on Tuesday 7th May 2024. 
Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 9th May 2024. 
Successful applicants will receive notification by Friday 10th May 2024. 
Interviews will be held on Friday 17th May 2024.

Please note we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and satisfactory references.  If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available on-line.