Headteacher

Teaching Vacancies; Dorking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic Primary School in Dorking is looking for an inspirational Headteacher to lead its dedicated staff and enhance the educational experience of pupils. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of Catholic educational values and a commitment to fostering an effective and inclusive learning environment. Responsibilities include developing strategic visions for the school, building strong community relationships, and leading educational improvements. Applicants must be practising Catholics and willing to undergo enhanced DBS clearance.

Benefits

Supportive Governing Body

Continuous professional development

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Practising Catholic with understanding of the Catholic School ethos.
• Experience leading schools or educational institutions.
• Knowledgeable about strategies for school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school in line with the Bishop’s strategy for Catholic Education.
• Foster relationships with parents, the Parish, the Diocese, and Local Authority.
• Promote a culture of inclusion and wellbeing among pupils and staff.

Skills

Outstanding primary classroom practitioner

Innovative school leader

Strategic thinker

Ability to support and inspire staff

Passionate about school improvement

Effective communicator with parents and community

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience in Catholic education

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governing Body of St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Dorking is seeking to appoint a strong, dynamic and inspirational Headteacher to further the achievements of this welcoming and caring school.

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School provides exciting and meaningful learning with a strong Catholic ethos for the pupils aged 4 to 11. The school benefits from strong partnerships with other local schools and is at the heart of the Catholic community in Dorking. We are seeking an individual who will ensure that all pupils and staff are able to fulfil their potential within a caring and supportive Catholic community.

The successful applicant will be:

• A practising Catholic who has a clear understanding of the distinctive nature of a Catholic School and is willing to take an active role in the life & mission of the School
• An outstanding primary classroom practitioner
• An experienced school leader who is innovative and knowledgeable; confident to lead the school in line with the Bishop’s strategy for Catholic Education through a Catholic Multi-Academy Trust before 2030
• A strategic thinker who can develop and articulate an innovative, strategic vision for the school effectiveness, inclusion and wellbeing mindful of the impact of these on pupil outcomes
• Able to support, inspire and challenge staff
• Passionate about school improvement and raising standards
• Committed to build on existing relationships with parents, the Parish, the Diocese, Local Authority and wider community whilst fostering new relationships
• Able to identify strengths and weaknesses to further develop the potential of pupils and staff

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A welcoming, Christ centred community with a strong Catholic ethos
• A real opportunity to make a difference to the lives of our children
• The chance to lead a dedicated and committed staff body
• A supportive Governing Body committed to raising standards and strong local parish links
• An exciting opportunity to further develop the School’s vision and successes
• Commitment to your continuous professional development

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS clearance. Successful applicants must be able to support the distinctive Catholic ethos of our school.