Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher

Start Date: 31st October 2024 or sooner

School Mission Statement:  
‘We grow and learn in the footsteps of Jesus’

The governors of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, highly motivated, enthusiastic classroom practitioner to join our teaching team from 31st October 2024, or sooner if possible. For the successful candidate we can offer a happy, supportive environment with experienced colleagues who always put children first.

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 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 a success,
•    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.

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our approach to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks, which are in place across the school. This appointment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS 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.

Visits to school are strongly encouraged and dates are available as follows:
Week beginning Monday 15th July 2024 
Week beginning Monday 9th September 2024
Please email Mrs Anne Hillon on admin@kells-stmarys.cumbria.sch.uk to arrange a date and time that is convenient to visit school.

Application forms and further information are available on the school website www.kells-stmarys.cumbria.sch.uk
(Our School tab and then Vacancies tab)
All completed application forms and supporting information should be returned to the Clerk to the Governing Body at the following email address: admin@kells-stmarys.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th September 2024 at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Tuesday 1st October 2024
Interviews will take place on:  Thursday 10th & Friday 11th October 2024

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