Headteacher

St Clare's Catholic Primary School; Tendring; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St Clare's Catholic Primary School in Tendring is seeking a dynamic leader to provide inspirational Catholic education grounded in Gospel values. You will champion a child-centred vision and foster inclusive and ambitious practices for every pupil and staff member.

As a practising Catholic with strong leadership, coaching and safeguarding expertise, you will collaborate closely with parents and parish to maximise every child's potential and build a thriving school community.

Qualifications

• Champion a curriculum that our teachers will be excited to teach and will inspire our children to learn.
• Proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadership.
• Has a secure understanding of safeguarding matters.
• Will be a team leader with experience of coaching and mentoring.
• Will work hard to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential.

Responsibilities

• Be a practising Catholic who can nurture faith and spirituality, and take the lead role in providing inspirational Catholic education based on our shared Gospel values.
• Promote a clear child-centred vision.
• Be inclusive, aspirational and ambitious for all our children and our staff.
• Be an enthusiastic leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents and parish.

Skills

Inspirational leadership

Coaching

Safeguarding

Partnership with parents and parish

Child-centred vision

Job description

Responsibilities

• Be a practising Catholic who can nurture faith and spirituality, and take the lead role in providing inspirational Catholic education based on our shared Gospel values
• Be passionate in promoting a clear child-centred vision
• Be inclusive, aspirational and ambitious for all our children and our staff
• Be an enthusiastic leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents and parish

Requirements

• Will champion a curriculum that our teachers will be excited to teach and will inspire our children to learn.
• Can demonstrate a proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadership
• Has a secure understanding of all matters relating to safeguarding
• Will be a team leader with experience of coaching and mentoring
• Will work hard to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential