Headteacher

"I called you by your name, you are mine"
Isaiah - Ch.43

The Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic, practising Catholic with vision, drive and energy to lead our long established school.

Our new Head Teacher will build on the successes of the school.

We are looking for a Head teacher who:

• Is an experienced practitioner and who is able to demonstrate drive and enthusiasm, who possesses excellent management and interpersonal ability.
• Will be an inspirational and dynamic leader, with a clear vision of promoting Catholic Education and enriching the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Will enable the children to develop to their highest academic, social, moral and spiritual potential.
• Will have excellent monitoring, evaluation, communication and mentoring skills
• Will have the vision to lead the school through the next phase of its expansion and development.
• Is committed to promoting and fostering partnerships with parents, the parish and the wider community.

We are proud to offer:

• A strong Catholic ethos where every child is valued.
• A welcoming and caring school community.
• Happy, hardworking well behaved children with a positive attitude and willingness to succeed.
• Well resourced and developed teaching and learning environment.
• The opportunity to work alongside committed and enthusiastic staff.
• A fully engaged and supportive governing body.

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. The following dates are available for your visit - 22nd September and 23rd September. To arrange a visit please contact Mrs Yvonne Turner, School Secretary, on 01634 371892 or via email on turny003@medway.org.uk.

For an application form or further details please contact the School Secretary as above. Please return your completed application to the school.

Closing date: 12 noon 26th September 2014
Shortlisting: 30th September 2014
Interviews: 21st & 22nd October 2014

St Augustine's is within the Medway Council authority and the RC Diocese of Southwark.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children.This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.

St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School
Deanwood Drive, Rainham, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 9NP
Email: office@staugustine.medway.sch.uk
www.saccp.org.uk
NOR 187 Group 2