St Marys (Roman Catholic) First School is seeking a dynamic new Head Teacher with excellent leadership skills following the retirement of our current Head Teacher.
St. Mary’s is an extremely popular one form entry first school with approximately 150 pupils. It is part of a Plymouth CAST (Catholic and Anglican Schools Trust) a multi academy trust and works closely with other CAST schools. It works in partnership with the independent pre-school on site and is a member of DASP (Dorchester Area Schools Partnership). The relationship with these organisations adds value to our school and the long term development and education of our children.
Our Head Teacher must be driven, motivated, inspirational, supportive, and fully embrace our values.
You will be:
A practising Catholic and someone who can nurture faith and spirituality to deliver the mission of the school
an experienced leader in the primary phase with a wide range of experience
able to lead, motivate and inspire staff and children to the highest possible standards
an excellent communicator, able to develop effective relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community
dynamic, resilient and able to build a strong and supportive team with a clear strategic vision for the school
an outstanding teacher and practitioner.
We can provide you with:
enthusiastic pupils, supportive staff and parents
committed and enthusiastic staff, dedicated to bringing out the full potential of each child
an active and supportive Governing Body with a clear vision for the future of the school
career development opportunities.
Our hugely supportive team of dedicated and talented staff are looking forward to guidance and leadership both in and out of the classroom environment. This must include career development opportunities to support them and the development of the school.
The applicant must be a practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church and value the relationship that exists with the Diocese of Plymouth, Local Parish and Priest.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged, we would love you to come and have a look around St Mary’s. Please contact the school office on 01305 262258 or e-mail: office@stmarysdorchester.dorset.sch.uk
For an informal discussion about the role contact Jon Wood, Area Advisor for Plymouth CAST on 07803 211 394
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check is required for the successful applicant. Proof of identity and qualifications will be required. Plymouth CAST is committed to equal opportunities in employment.
Application packs are available from Mrs Lucy O’Malley 01305 262258 or office@stmarysdorchester.dorset.sch.uk .Applications must be returned either by post FAO Chair of Governors, St Mary’s (Roman Catholic) First School, Lucetta Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DD or by email to office@stmarysdorchester.dorset.sch.uk
The closing date for completed applications is: Sunday 13th September 2015
Shortlisting: Tuesday 15th September 2015
Interviews: Thursday 24th and Friday 25th September 2015
St Mary’s (Roman Catholic) First School, Lucetta Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DD
Web site: http://www.stmarysdorchester.dorset.sch.uk/website
Our School:
building a community
where all can grow,
knowing and learning about God’s love;
realising our own worth;
recognising our needs in the world today,
based on the Gospel values and attitudes