What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for someone who:
• is dedicated, inspiring and enthusiastic
• is able to work within a close team to achieve the very best for our children
• actively develop positive relationships with children, parents and carers
• has high expectations of pupils’ achievements and behaviour
• is able to lead a curriculum subject across school
• is fully committed to raising standards and ensuring children meet their full potential
• is a practising Catholic or fully committed to upholding the Catholic ethos of our school and developing the children’s faith
We will offer you:
• a strong Catholic ethos where we all support each other
• a school that is totally committed to school improvement
• enthusiastic and friendly children who love learning and want to achieve
• supportive governors, parents and parish community
• opportunities for further professional development
What the school offers its staff
The School can offer:
• “A successful and happy school with a strong Catholic ethos and community spirit where all are valued and welcomed. A positive partnership with parents who describe the school community as, “being like a family,” (Ofsted September 2018)
• “St Alban’s Catholic Primary School is a warm, welcoming school, where strong, affirming relationships exist at all levels and the importance of family and community is prioritised. The school’s mission statement is known and lived and informs the everyday life of the school. Pastoral support is outstanding; staffs know the community well and are fully committed to supporting the needs of the most vulnerable. (Diocesan Inspection January 2023)
• The ambitious senior leadership team have a clear vision for the school and work with passion and integrity to achieve it, supported by dedicated governors.. (Diocesan Inspection January 2023)
• An experienced and supportive Governing Body and parish community.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to hold an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The successful applicant will be employed on a Catholic Education Service (CES) contract of employment.