Headteacher

NOR:  233 + 40 part time nursery places

A vacancy arises due to the retirement of our respected and dedicated Headteacher. 

The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated practising Catholic as the new Headteacher of our school which has been judged 'outstanding' by OFSTED. 

We can offer you:

• happy, hardworking, enthusiastic and well behaved children
• a dedicated supportive and well qualified team of teachers and staff, committed to very high standards and the achievement of high levels in all activities within the school and local community
• excellent support from parents and a strong involved Governing Body and Diocese.

Our Headteacher will:

• preferably be a dedicated and active Catholic committed to excellence in Catholic Education, although applications from other faith denominations will be considered.
• have proven leadership, management and interpersonal skills with OFSTED experience
• further raise the standards of teaching and children's achievement, ensuring that every child receives the best education
• be committed to developing further the partnership with parents, the parish and the wider community

Visits to the school are encouraged and should be arranged by contacting Mrs Nicola Rogers (Clerk to the Governors) on 01278 784641.

Closing date:  Friday 3rd October 2014

If you should require further details please contact Mrs Rogers on 01278 784641 or email nrogers@educ.somerset.gov.uk 

St Joseph's is an equal opportunities employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and staff and expects all staff and volunteers to show this commitment. The post will require a criminal background check (DBS) via the Disclosure Procedure prior to commencing employment.

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Oxford Street, Burnham on Sea
Somerset. TA81LG
Tel: 01278 784641
www.st-josephs-burnham.co.uk