We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all to share this commitment. All who work in our school have a responsibility to make sure that everyone is safe.
We are a family school with a strong Catholic ethos. We strive to build an environment in which Catholic Christian values and virtues guide all the children, giving a secure foundation to their future lives. We offer our children the opportunity to grow as young people and encourage them to develop a closer relationship with God, in an atmosphere of mutual love and respect.
St Teresa of Lisieux is proud of its educational provision and outcomes. We are blessed to have such a talented and dedicated staff who provide an outstanding quality of care and work hard to provide a curriculum where challenge and support is provided regardless of need or ability. Through recognising, valuing and encouraging the varied talents of each individual as made in the image and likeness of God, we help children to see themselves as achievers, raising their self-esteem and confidence.
Our working partnership with parents is important to us and we encourage parents to support their children with reading and homework. We continually look at ways to further develop this partnership. We listen and where possible, provide support and activities in response to needs.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Head Teacher
Ref: SCH-ASMAT-0019 19 day(s) remainingAdditional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Hours per Week: 32.44 Weeks per Year: 52.142 Pay Grade: Leadership | L21 - L27The Role
We are seeking an inspirational and committed Headteacher to lead our school in its mission to provide high-quality Catholic education. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who will uphold and strengthen the Catholic identity of the school, inspire a culture of academic excellence, and ensure that the school community thrives.
The Headteacher will provide professional leadership and management for the school, working with staff, governors, parents, and the wider community to realise the school’s vision and values. You will lead by example, ensuring that the school’s Catholic ethos permeates all aspects of school life while fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, and high expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Catholic Identity and Ethos: Uphold and enhance the Catholic mission of the school, ensuring that faith and Gospel values are at the heart of all we do. Lead by example in prayer, liturgy, and the overall spiritual life of the school.
- Leadership and Vision: Work with the Governing Body to create and share a clear vision for the future, underpinned by Catholic values, and lead the school’s strategic planning and improvement initiatives. Inspire and motivate all stakeholders to work together towards common goals.
- Teaching and Learning: Lead the development of an inclusive curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils and encourages high standards in teaching and learning. Ensure that all pupils, including those with special educational needs and other vulnerabilities, achieve their full potential.
- Staff Development and Welfare: Foster a professional learning community, supporting staff development through induction, training, and performance management. Build a positive, collaborative culture where staff feel valued and supported.
- Community Engagement: Strengthen the school’s relationships with parents, local parishes, other schools, the Archdiocese, and the wider community. Promote the school as a centre of faith, learning, and social responsibility.
- Accountability: Ensure that high standards of achievement, behaviour, and safety are maintained. Be accountable to the Governing Body, the Archdiocese, and other stakeholders for the school’s performance.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the Catholic faith and a strong commitment to Catholic education.
- Possess the leadership skills to inspire and motivate staff, pupils, and the school community.
- Be an outstanding communicator with the ability to engage and build positive relationships with all members of the school community, including governors, parents, and external agencies.
- Have proven experience in school leadership and a track record of improving standards in teaching and learning.
- Be committed to the spiritual and moral development of all children and young people.
- Be strategic in thinking and able to translate vision into practical actions to drive school improvement.
We Offer:
- The opportunity to lead a welcoming and supportive Catholic community.
- A school committed to the development of its staff and a professional learning environment.
- A competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- A strong partnership with local Catholic schools and the Archdiocese of Liverpool.
Safeguarding Statement:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and other necessary pre-employment checks.
How to Apply:
For further details about the position, including how to apply, please contact Chris James at hr@allsaintsmat.org or visit our website. To apply, please visit: Vacancies - FaceEd
Closing Date for Applications: 9am on 10th December 2024
Interviews: 16th and 17th December 2024
We look forward to receiving your application and learning how you can help shape the future of our school.
This job advert outlines the key elements of the role, capturing both the spiritual and educational leadership required for the Headteacher position, while adhering to the Catholic ethos of the school for full details and person specification please visit our recruitment page and download the job profile.
Benefits
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| Teachers Pension Scheme | |
Qualifications
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| Qualified Teacher Status |
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| Degree or equivalent qualification |
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Skills
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| Integrity |
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| Leadership | |
| Effective leadership and motivational skills |
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| Strong leader in the delivery of excellence in teaching and learning |
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| Strategic thinker |
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Safeguarding Information
Our Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post in accordance with current Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
All posts in the Trust are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Trust is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. For further information please visit the following website What is Filtering? | Standard and Enhanced DBS Checks | Nacro
St Teresa of Lisieux Catholic Primary School
Utting Avenue East
Norris Green
Liverpool
Merseyside
L11 1DB
Dave Smith
smithd@allsaintsmat.org https://stteresaoflisieux.co.uk/