Required from September 2022
Our Mission:
Our school's ethos and values can be seen through our Mission Statement:- St Austin's is like a star where the light inside each one of us shines brightly. As a team, we support, value and respect each other. As a family, we use our talents to be the best that we can be, following the path of Jesus as we; Grow in Faith Together
At our most recent Ofsted Inspection in July 2018 it was reported that:- 'Leaders have created a caring and nurturing environment, founded in the Roman Catholic ethos of the school, where pupils feel safe and enjoy their learning.' --Ofsted 2018 Due to our current Deputy Headteacher taking up a new post the Governors are seeking to appoint a new Deputy Headteacher for September 2022. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate inspirational leader.
St Austin’s can offer the successful candidate:
• Children who love coming to school and are independent, motivated learners • Staff who are committed to securing the very best outcomes for our pupils • Families who work in partnership with school and parish • Governors who support the whole community to achieve their potential • A happy school with a vibrant learning culture for all which is underpinned by a strong Catholic ethos The Deputy Headteacher for our school will:
• Be a committed, practising Catholic with a clear vision and strong commitment to Catholic Education and who will continue to put our Catholic ethos at the heart of all we do • Put our children first, ensuring relationships, curriculum, teaching, and experiences support all children to achieve
•Be an outstanding teacher who inspires children and is able to share exemplary practice • Continue to develop and sustain a culture of high expectations, respect and ambition for all in the school • Have the strategic vision to move our school from strength to strength and promotes a nurturing and inclusive ethos • Have excellent relational skills, a positive attitude, is approachable and listens Visits to school are recommended and warmly welcomed. Please contact Mrs Shepherd to arrange a time
The application form and recruitment pack are available online and can be sent electronically or to the school marked:
FAO Chair of Governors- Mr Burke.
Visits to the School: w/c 19th April
Closing date: 22nd April at 12:00 noon
Shortlisting: 28th April 2022
Lesson Observations: w/c 9th May 2022
Interviews: 10th/11th May 2022
St Austin’s R C Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and health clearance by the Local Authority.
To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
