Headteacher

The governing body are seeking to appoint a dynamic and engaging headteacher who will continue to build upon the outstanding performance of our school achieved under the leadership of the current head, who is retiring at the end of the school year.

When asked about their new headteacher, our School Council asked for someone who:

• is kind, caring and encouraging
• with a good sense of humour, who will make our time at school fun
• is confident, organised, prepared and respects everyone
• is firm but fair

The governing body agrees!

We can offer:

• a caring Christian community, having strong links with the local church and providing - a 'warm, welcoming and high achieving ethos' [SIAS report, 2012]
• a single form intake school (221), judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2012
• a group of enthusiastic and creative pupils keen to learn and enjoy school life
• a school that enjoys excellent partnerships with parents and carers
• a team of dedicated, talented teachers and support staff who deliver inspirational teaching, resulting in a school judged as 'outstanding at meeting the needs of all learners' [SIAS report, 2012]
• an active and supportive governing body who are committed to the development of the school.

The governing body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Informal visits to the school by potential applicants to this post are strongly encouraged. Please contact Mrs Joyce to arrange an appointment: 01695 421391 / bursar@aughtonchristchurch.lancs.sch.uk.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Act 1975. If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service for a 'disclosure'.

Application forms can be downloaded online or can be requested from: recruitment@btlancashire.co.uk. Completed applications must be submitted electronically to: recruitment@btlancashire.co.uk. Rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974 - details of any criminal record spent or unspent should be sent to the chair of governors at school address by the closing date.

Closing date: 29 May 2015 at 12 noon
Shortlisting date: 11 June 2015 at 5pm
Interview date: 24 and 25 June 2015

Aughton Christ Church CE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Long Lane
Aughton
L39 5AS.

Ref: SCH01545