Assistant Headteacher

Full Time and Permanent post required as soon as possible

The Governors of Sacred Heart RC Primary School are looking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated catholic teacher who will support the development of this successful school. They must have a clear vision and a strong commitment to the catholic ethos of our school. The appointed Assistant Headteacher will work in partnership with the Headteacher to continue to build on the many strengths.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A committed practising catholic or a person committed to promoting and developing the strong Catholic ethos of the school.
• An excellent classroom practitioner who can consistently deliver and model best practice.
• Has high expectations of themselves and others and is committed to focussing on our drive to further raise standards.
• Has a desire to develop themselves professionally.
• Is a positive and inspiring team player, with the interpersonal and communication skills to guide and lead the teaching and learning of others.

We can offer you:

• A welcoming community with a strong catholic ethos.
• Enthusiastic and friendly children who are willing and eager to learn.
• A staff team who are enthusiastic and dedicated to the shared school aims.
• Strong links with the parish and community.
• A commitment to professional and personal development.
• A happy, warm and welcoming school community.

The Governing Body and Diocese are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Deputy should support the Headteacher in ensuring that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations for safeguarding children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, together with satisfactory references.

If you feel you have the drive, enthusiasm and skills required we would like to hear from you. Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.

To apply for this post please download and complete the attached forms and return directly to the school.

Alternatively, please contact the school by phone or email to arrange an appointment to visit or to request an application pack.

Telephone: 0161 223 0231
Email: admin@sacredheart-jun.manchester.sch.uk

Applications Close: 07 November 2014
Interviews: TBC

Safeguarding information
Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

How to apply - information for applicants
Please contact the school by phone or email to arrange an appointment or request an application pack.

Telephone: 0161 223 0231
Email: admin@sacredheart-jun.manchester.sch.uk

About us
Sacred Heart, Gorton is a Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided School, founded by the Diocesan Trustees to educate boys and girls between 3 and 11 years old.

Sacred Heart School was founded in 1902 in the Gorton area of Manchester to serve the needs of the many Catholic children living in the area. The school was originally a chapel and plans were in place to provide a suitable building. The new school building was complete on 19th January 1904. Since this time there have been many building alterations resulting in the excellent facilities we now have at Sacred. The school provides a wide range of extra curricular activities and a breakfast club.

The situation of our school also offers considerable benefits. We are close to Sport City, which offers world class sporting facilities to our pupils. We are also very close to the thriving city centre.

Sacred Heart RC Primary School
Knutsford Road,
Gorton,
Manchester,
Lancashire
M18 7JN
0161 223 0231
www.sacredheartschool-gorton.org.uk