Deputy Headteacher

Due to the promotion of our Deputy Headteacher 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 Deputy will work in partnership with the Head teacher to continue to build on the many strengths.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A committed practising catholic
• An excellent classroom practitioner who can consistently deliver and model best practise
• 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 and aspire to be a future Headteacher
• 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.

How to apply

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. Please contact the school by phone 0161 223 0231 or email admin@sacredheart-jun.manchester.sch.uk to arrange an appointment to visit the school or request an application pack.

Applications Close: 15 September 2014
Interviews: 22nd and 23rd Sept 2014

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

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