HEADTEACHER

Location

ST MARY'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL. SCARISBRICK
Hall Road , Scarisbrick , Ormskirk , L40 9QE
Tel: 01704 880626
School website: www.stmaryscps.co.uk
Roll: 94

Information

St Mary’s is a Catholic one form entry school (age 3-11) under the trusteeship of the Archdiocese of Liverpool. St Mary’s is a thriving school situated in the rural area of Scarisbrick in between Ormskirk and Southport.  It embodies the Catholic faith and way of life in everything it does and is a happy, friendly school. We pride ourselves on our successes in all aspects of school life both in our work and in our play.

The governing body seeks to appoint a practising and committed Catholic teacher for the post of Headteacher at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School who will lead the school forward.  Recently the school has expanded to cater for pupils aged 3-11, has excellent facilities and a dedicated staff team.

Our reputation is strong and the school community supports the vision and Catholic ethos of the school. The successful candidate will identify improvements, build on our strengths, and “make a difference”.

We can offer you:

an attractive salary

a dedicated and supportive team of staff

an environment where the well-being of everyone involved in school life is considered

a school where “pupils feel part of a family” and “have positive attitudes to their learning” (Ofsted September 2023)

governors and parents who will appreciate and recognise your commitment and hard work

pupils, staff, and a community that demonstrate the values of the school and participate fully in school life

full support for your continuous professional development

the opportunity to take a school which is at the heart of its community even further and develop the staff, curriculum and pupils to their highest potential

We are looking for someone who:

is a practising Catholic

demonstrates high standards, as an exemplar for both staff and pupils, inspires good behaviour, the passion to learn and achieve goals

is a capable communicator, both orally and written

is capable of further developing the school curriculum

has the safety and well-being of pupils and staff at the forefront of all actions and decisions

understands that school improvement is a constant need and has a strong record of improvement and demonstrable impact

develops staff with coaching, support and empowerment

recognises the importance of working constructively with parents and carers

has the ambition and drive to take the school further

St Mary’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school implements safer recruitment practices.  Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.



More Information can be found at www.stmaryscps.co.uk

Essential Qualifications

Please visit the school website www.stmaryscps.co.uk for an application pack

Proposed Interview Date:

11/01/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the school to arrange a visit 01704 880626

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

To apply please visit the school website www.stmaryscps.co.uk for an application pack. Completed applications to be returned to The Bursar, Ms Wright at the school or via email Bursar@st-marys-scarisbrick.lancs.sch.uk
Applications sent by email will require a real signature on the day of the interview.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.