Head Teacher

We are looking for a Head Teacher who:

• Is a practising Catholic, committed to developing and promoting the Catholic life, mission and ethos of the school.
• Can lead and further develop Catholic religious education, prayer, worship and the spiritual life of the school.
• Is an inspirational and visible leader who places children at the heart of every decision.
• Has a clear and ambitious vision for school improvement and the ability to translate this into sustained action and impact.
• Brings successful senior leadership experience and the confidence to manage change, including potential developments in Catholic school organisation.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of high-quality teaching, learning, curriculum and assessment across the primary phase.
• Has a successful track record of raising standards and securing strong outcomes for pupils.
• Has high expectations for the achievement, behaviour, attendance and personal development of all pupils.
• Understands how to meet the needs of a diverse school community, including pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and those who may face barriers to learning.
• Has a strong commitment to inclusion and understands the importance of children’s emotional wellbeing alongside their academic development.
• Can lead effective provision for pupils with increasingly complex SEND needs, ensuring high aspirations and appropriate support for every child.
• Is an effective Designated Safeguarding Lead, or has the knowledge, experience and commitment necessary to fulfil this key leadership responsibility.
• Has a thorough understanding of statutory safeguarding responsibilities and will maintain a strong culture of vigilance throughout the school.
• Is able to lead, motivate and develop staff, building a culture of high expectations, professional trust, accountability and teamwork.
• Recognises the importance of staff wellbeing while maintaining a clear focus on improving outcomes for children.
• Is an excellent communicator who can build positive and respectful relationships with children, staff, parents, governors, the parish, the Archdiocese and the wider community.
• Has the ability to work effectively and strategically with the Governing Body.
• Demonstrates sound financial and organisational leadership and can deploy staffing and resources effectively.
• Can manage a challenging school budget, make sound financial decisions and secure the effective and sustainable use of resources.
• Understands the importance of effective self-evaluation, school improvement planning and the use of evidence to measure impact.
• Is resilient, reflective and able to make difficult decisions when necessary.
• Has the integrity, warmth and sense of humour needed to lead a busy and vibrant primary school.
• Will be highly visible and approachable and become fully involved in the faith, educational and wider life of our school and parish community.
• Is committed to their own professional development and to developing future leaders within the school.
• Will embrace future opportunities and challenges while respecting the history, traditions and distinctive character of SS John & Monica’s.