Deputy Headteacher - Full-time

St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Canterbury

Ref:KCC886-3749-70L
Posted:24/04/2017
Pay:L4 - L8
Start Date:Sep 2017
App Close Date:08/05/2017 at 16:00
Interviews:23rd May 2017

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Due to the successful appointment of our current Deputy Headteacher to the position of Headteacher at another school, the Governing Body of St Thomas' Catholic Primary School (Voluntary Aided) are looking to recruit a new Deputy Headteacher - with three days class teacher responsibility and two days leadership time - for our 'Outstanding' school (Ofsted, Jan 2016 and S48 RE Inspection, Mar 2017).

Since our Ofsted inspection, we have embarked upon a new journey, not only to sustain our 'Outstanding' status, but to further develop and enrich our exciting curriculum, providing opportunities for creativity and risk taking - thinking outside the box!

This is a great opportunity for someone who is keen to develop their leadership skills within a school family which is a friendly and culturally diverse Catholic community - with strong links to our parish, St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Church.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who will:

Be a committed practising Catholic with a clear understanding of Catholic education
Be an outstanding, experienced classroom teacher
Have a successful track record in ensuring all pupils make good or better progress
Have proven leadership skills in raising standards through core subject leader responsibility
Have the ability to take a lead role in curriculum developments
Be an inspiring role model for staff and pupils
Be able to lead and motivate colleagues
Have excellent interpersonal skills.

In return, we can offer:

Friendly and enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and display outstanding behaviour as recognised by Ofsted
Hard working supportive staff who are committed to the wellbeing of the pupils entrusted in our care
A supportive and highly effective Governing Body
Opportunities for career development
Professional development within an informal collaboration of six primary schools (EduCant).

At St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, we see it as our role to develop and nurture the 'whole child', whilst recognising their unique qualities that each individual brings to our community.

Visits to the school are strongly recommended. Contact Mr Devine at the school for an appointment: jdevine@st-thomas-canterbury.kent.sch.uk.

As part of the recruitment process, prior to formal interviews taking place, a lesson observation in the applicant's current school will be undertaken by the Headteacher of St Thomas' Catholic Primary School.

St Thomas' Catholic Primary School is committed to the safeguarding of children and this position is subject to an enhanced DBS check, reference checks and a pre-employment health check.

Applicants must complete a CES application form. Please download/print the document by clicking 'Apply Now', complete in full, sign and send into school by post or hand deliver, along with all other relevant documents requested as part of the application process that are available for download at the foot of this advertisement. Applications must be received by the closing date and time.

Information about the school

St Thomas' Catholic Primary School is a Voluntary-Aided school (we are not part of a multi-academy trust).

We are a dedicated and committed team of staff who enjoy close links with our parents and the church. We often refer to ourselves as a 'school family', committed to academic quality, personal and spiritual development and high standards of behaviour and respect in a caring environment.

We are a one-form entry school and currently have a roll of 210 pupils, organised into 7 year groups, Foundation Stage through to Year 6.

Please visit our website to learn more about our school family.

Job Contact Information

Name:Kyla Weeden
Address:99 Military Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1 NE
Telephone: 01227 462539
Email: kweeden@st-thomas-canterbury.kent.sch.uk

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