Due to the promotion of our Deputy Headteacher, the governing body of Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher, to start in September 2025.
The governors are looking for an Assistant Headteacher who:
• Is highly motivated individual that will bring energy, drive and ambition to the role
• An outstanding teacher
• Is an inspirational, committed and innovative leader of learning
• Has a clear vision for how to further improve the quality of teaching and learning across the school and be a key driver in this process
• Can initiate creative approaches to learning and inspire other staff
• Has a successful track record in working with children with a wide range of educational needs
• Has the vision and commitment to lead the school towards a successful future
• Is a strategic thinker, able to lead, inspire and motivate both staff and pupils
• Can demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
• Can build warm, positive and inclusive relationships with all staff, pupils and parents
• Is committed to making a difference to the lives and achievements of all pupils at Corpus Christi
At Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, we can offer:
• Happy, enthusiastic and caring children
• A caring school family with a warm, nurturing ethos rooted in the Catholic faith.
• The opportunity to make a difference the lives of the children in our school
• A team of hardworking, friendly staff committed in providing high quality education and experiences for all children.
• A commitment to supporting and enhancing your professional development.
Our Mission Statement, “Together we dream, Together we learn” underpins all we do at Corpus Christi, giving the school its distinctive Catholic ethos and helping to create the warm, welcoming and nurturing culture we are proud of.
If you are interested in the post of Assistant Headteacher, we highly recommend you arrange a visit to our school to see for yourself what we have to offer and to give opportunities for potential candidates to ask any questions.
Please contact our school office on 01744 678102 to arrange a visit.
Candidates should evidence their strengths throughout the CES application and address the person specification.
Shortlisted candidates prior to interview, will be visited in their current educational setting following permission from their current headteacher.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service and satisfactory references. By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance. Only completed Catholic Education Service (CES) applications will be considered.
Closing date: 22nd April 2025 at noon
Shortlisting date: 23rd April 2025
Lesson Observations: 28th and 29th April 2025
(Candidates who have been unsuccessful at this stage will be informed and will not be taken through to the interview stage).
Interview Date: 30th April 2025
