HEADTEACHER

Location

ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL. BURSCOUGH
Chapel Lane , Lathom , Ormskirk , L40 7RA
Tel: 01704 893523
School website: www.burscough.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 100

Information

The governors of St John’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to recruit an exceptional and dynamic Headteacher who is a practicing and committed Catholic who will lead our welcoming and ambitious school community. We are an accredited Forest School, providing a unique opportunity for pupils' learning and development and have recently achieved the gold mark for learning outside the classroom.

As Headteacher at St John’s, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our school, fostering a culture of academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement. We are passionate about our vision, ethos, and behaviours; we are looking for an individual who will continue to foster those values.

Our Headteacher will know every child well and be visible in the St John’s community. They will be committed to our children’s educational achievements and ensure they are well equipped to live in the modern world.

We are looking for:

A practicing Catholic with a strong faith commitment and a clear understanding of Catholic education and the vision and ability to further develop the Catholic life of our school within the parish.

An inspiring and empowering leader who is focused on the development of the whole child.

Someone who is passionate about ensuring that each pupil fulfils their unique potential and will drive excellent teaching to achieve high standards of learning and attainment across our school.

A champion of safeguarding and wellbeing, placing them at the heart of school life so our pupils will be courageous, resourceful, and resilient with the ability to respond positively to the challenges ahead.

A builder of strong relationships within the school community and external partners to enhance the educational experience of all pupils.

We can offer you:

The opportunity to lead a financially stable school in a positive and welcoming community, where children are at the centre and Jesus is at the heart of everything we do.

A dedicated, skilled, and mutually supportive staff, committed to care for and develop each child.

A welcoming school with happy, enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and are supported by their committed parent/carers.

A highly supportive, experienced Governing Body that is driven to ensure that our children reach their full potential.

Opportunities for Continued Professional Development tailored to suit your stage of career development.

Important dates
Closing date: Friday 26 April 2024 at 12:00
Shortlisting: Wednesday 8 May 2024
Interview date: Tuesday 22 May and/or Wednesday 23 May 2024

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.

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.

Proposed Interview Date:

22/05/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Informal visits to the school are welcome over the following dates, Wednesday 17th April and Thursday 18th April 2024. Please contact the School Bursar, Mrs Harrison-Scott on 01704 893523 or bursar@burscough.lancs.sch.uk

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

To apply please visit the school website https://www.burscough.lancs.sch.uk/ for an application pack. Completed applications to be returned to the School Bursar, Mrs Harrison-Scott at the school or via email to bursar@burscough.lancs.sch.uk

Please note that supporting statements should be no more than a 1300 word limit.
Please submit any applications in word format.

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