Headteacher

The governors invite applications from committed and practising Catholics with successful leadership qualities and significant teaching experience within the primary phase for the headship of this 'good' school (November 2012) situated on the eastern side of the city of York.

We are looking for someone who will continue to develop the school's strong educational philosophy and distinctively Catholic ethos to promote team work and empower people to achieve great things.

We have:

• wonderful, enthusiastic children who really enjoy school and care for each other
• dedicated, hard-working teachers and support staff
• supportive, responsive parents and carers
• committed and caring Governors
• strong Parish and community links

With these as your firm foundation, we need you to continue to move us forward on our journey of improvement.

For further information about the role, our school, the local area and to download an application pack, please visit https://jobs.york.gov.uk

If you are unable to access the internet please call 01904 551619 (8.30am - 5.00pm, Mon - Fri) to request an application pack quoting the reference number: StAelred6.

We would be delighted to welcome you to visit our school, to arrange a visit, please contact Irene Shanks on 01904 551885, or email irene.shanks@york.gov.uk  

Closing date for applications: 15th September 2014
Interview Dates: 29th and 30th September 2014
Start date of appointment: 1st January 2015

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

St Aelred's Roman Catholic VA Primary School
YORK