Due to the retirement of the long serving Headteacher the Governing Body of St Peters Catholic Primary are seeking to appoint a practising Catholic Headteacher to lead our warm, friendly and successful school.
“This is a good school where leadership, including governors, have a strong focus on developing good or better teaching”. Ofsted March 2015
We are looking for an inspirational Headteacher who:
Has a strong Catholic faith, with a clear understanding of education and leadership in a Catholic school which has a strong outward focus and philosophy of working in partnership;
Has the ability and ambition to continue to raise standards, enabling every child to reach their highest potential;
Has the gifts, talents, enthusiasm and experience to drive improvement;
Will continue to build on our successful links and relationship with parents, the local parishes and wider community;
Will use their vibrant, creative and enthusiastic leadership qualities to ensure our committed staff team continue to grow and improve;
We are proud to offer:
A welcoming and caring school community supported by a strong and effective Governing Body, parents and staff;
A vibrant pupil body who are eager to learn, rooted firmly within the Catholic family;
A firm commitment to your ongoing professional development and wellbeing;
A dedicated and committed staff team;
A well maintained school with good resources and facilities;
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school and visits should be arranged through the school administrator Mrs J Rodgers on 01302 369143 or email admin@stpeter.doncaster.sch.uk
Closing Date for applications: 15th January 2016 at noon
Short listing: 15th January 2016 at 2.00pm
Interviews to be held: 27th January and 28th January 2016
Application packs can be requested by email from, and returnable to, Mrs J Rodgers on 01302 369143 or email admin@stpeter.doncaster.sch.uk
The governing body and the Diocese are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and the Headteacher must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard them.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced check for Regulated Activity from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The Diocese of Hallam working in partnership with Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council
St Peter’s Catholic Primary School
Sandy Lane
Doncaster
DN4 5EP
Tel: 01302 369143
Website: http://stpeter-doncaster.frogprimary.com
Group NOR: 209