Required for September 2025 or January 2026
Salary: Group 2: L15-21
Number on roll: 270 plus Nursery
The Board of Directors of the Holy Cross Multi Catholic Academy Company and the Governors of this popular and successful Catholic school are looking to appoint an experienced, dynamic, ambitious and exceptional leader who is a committed practising Catholic passionate about teaching and learning with a proven track record of success. We require an outstanding leader capable of inspiring, motivating and supporting pupils and staff to achieve their full potential. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader able to strategically lead our school in the next phase of its development.
The successful applicant will be someone who:
* is a committed practising Catholic, who can share their faith and inspire all.
* is committed to and understands Catholic education.
* is committed to work towards further academisation within the Birmingham Archdiocese in the near future.
* is an inspirational leader with a clear vision for the future of the school.
* is passionate in giving our diverse intake of children the opportunity to reach their God given potential.
* is committed to improving the outcomes for all our pupils.
* has the drive, stamina and ability to lead, motivate, challenge and inspire pupils and staff.
* has a proven track record of raising standards in teaching and learning.
* has the energy, resilience and determination to succeed.
* is a creative and strategic thinker, able to see through and sustain initiatives.
* has excellent communication, organisational and inter-personal skills.
* has a commitment to maintaining and developing positive relationships with Directors, Governors, staff and MAC Central Team, parents/carers, the parish and wider community.
Holy Cross Catholic MAC and Saint Thomas More Catholic School can offer you:
* a welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos where all our children ‘Learn and Grow as God’s Holy People’.
* supportive Directors and MAC Central Team to support you in all aspects of school life.
* dedicated and supportive Governors and staff team who are keen to build high standards and who are committed to professional development.
* a strong, supportive learning community.
* enthusiastic, happy, caring children from our culturally diverse community.
* a 12-month mentoring scheme upon appointment.
Saint Thomas More is a successful Catholic primary school set in Stivichall, Coventry. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to lead the school into the next phase of its development and make a significant contribution to the future success of the school.
We are located within easy access of all areas of Coventry and commutable from surrounding areas such as Birmingham, Solihull, Leamington Spa and Sutton Coldfield.
For further information or an informal discussion about the post please contact Marina Kelly by email: marina.kelly@hcmac.co.uk
Online application forms and details regarding the post are available via the school's website:
https://www.stm.hccmac.co.uk/vacancies
Informal visits to the school: Afternoons of Wednesday 30 April / Thursday 1 May 2025
Closing date for applications: 12:00pm Wednesday 7 May 2025
Shortlisting will take place: Thursday 8 May 2025
Interviews: Friday 16 May 2025
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references, pre-employment checks and enhanced DBS clearance.
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