Jobs

Headteacher

St Edward Lees, Oldham

Permanent - Full Time

Group 2 ISR L15 – L21 £51,710 - £59,910 p.a.
Ref: T10/2846
To commence January 2011

School Mission Statement
“I have come that you may have life and have it to the full” [John 10:10]

Following the retirement of our longstanding Headteacher, the Governors are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Catholic Headteacher to lead our school on the next part of its journey.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:
• is a practising Catholic with a strong personal faith;
• values and enhances the profile our Catholic school has in the life of a thriving parish family and the wider community;
• ensures that all children are valued as individuals;
• will inspire all staff and pupils to work towards achieving their full and unique potential
• will ensure that all staff and pupils work towards achieving their full and unique potential;
• has proven leadership skills;
• has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to encourage and motivate an experienced and capable team;

We can offer:
• a strong supportive Catholic ethos;
• a school community committed to development and growth;
• a friendly hard working and cohesive staff team to manage and enjoy;
• a dedicated governing body and supportive parents;
• recently enhanced modern learning environment, including ICT suite;
• happy enthusiastic children.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Prospective candidates will be warmly welcomed to visit, to witness the spirit and vibrancy of the school.

The school has recently been inspected under the new OFSTED framework.

Closing date: 17 September 2010 @ 12 noon

Shortlisting will take place on: 21 September 2010
Interview will be held on: 27 September 2010
You can apply online or download a job application pack at www.yourcounciljobs.co.uk, or phone 0161 770 4677 or text 07732 596009.

Please return completed applications to Canon E Dolan c/o St Edward’s R C Primary School, Rowland Way, Lees, Oldham OL4 3LQ.