Headteacher

Headteacher, Islington

Salary negotiable for an outstanding candidate

Group 3: 385 pupils

Christ the King "has many outstanding features and is very popular with both pupils, and parents and carers. There is a strong commitment from all staff to provide each pupil with the best possible education. Parents, carers and pupils appreciate the high quality care provided by the school and good quality learning opportunities." (OFSTED 2010)

The Governing Body of Christ the King Catholic Primary School is looking to appoint an outstanding, passionate and inspirational Headteacher to lead our successful school.

We wish to appoint a Headteacher who:

• Is a practising Catholic with the commitment to sustaining the outstanding Catholic identity of our school
• Is passionate about the wellbeing of children and determined that they should have an education that searches out and develops their diverse talents
• Aims for high standards of progress and achievement in all areas of children's development
• Has high expectations of themselves, pupils and staff
• Is passionate in their belief that every child can and should achieve success
• Is an inspirational leader and communicator who values diversity

We offer:

• A happy, friendly, welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos
• Children who are eager to learn and are enthusiastic about making a positive contribution
• Supportive and dedicated staff
• The support and challenge of highly committed governors
• A commitment to high quality professional development for the successful candidate

The successful candidate will work in close partnership with local Catholic schools, the local community and parish.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact our School Business Manager, Sue Beveridge on 020 7272 5987 or by email to admin@ctks.co.uk

Closing date: Midday, Friday 25th April 2014
Shortlisting date: Friday 25th April 2014
Interview date: Monday 28th April 2014

Apply online at www.islington.gov.uk/jobs following the jobs link, or to request a pack contact schoolsrecruitment@islington.gov.uk

Christ the King Catholic Primary School is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Our environment is diverse in character and in its student population and we aspire to reflect this diversity in our staff. We positively welcome applications from minority groups. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This is reflected in our rigorous approach to the recruitment and professional development of our staff. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.