Headteacher

Job Description

The Trustees of the Rosary Trust and the Governors of St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Head Teacher from 1st January 2027. St Thomas More's is a caring, friendly school and community where our Catholic Ethos is central to all we do. Our new Head Teacher will be well-supported by all stakeholders and will have the benefit of a close network of colleagues in the CMAT. Our new Head Teacher will work with the Local Governing Body and the Rosary Trust to shape the strategic direction of the school, and will be responsible for day to day leadership and management of St Thomas More's. Our new Head Teacher will lead a team that strive together in the best interest of all our children.

Applicants are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers with outstanding leadership experience.

The successful candidate will:

· Be a practising Catholic who can nurture faith and spirituality, and take the lead role in providing inspirational Catholic education based on our shared Gospel values

· Be passionate in promoting a clear child-centred vision

· Be inclusive, aspirational and ambitious for all our children and our staff

· Be an enthusiastic leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents and parish.

Governors are seeking someone who:

· Will champion a curriculum that our teachers will be excited to teach and will inspire our children to learn.

· Can demonstrate a proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadership

· Has a secure understanding of all matters relating to safeguarding

· Will be a team leader with experience of coaching and mentoring

· Will work hard to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential.

We can offer the successful candidate:

· Enthusiastic children who are proud of their school and their achievements

· The opportunity to work with delightful children and a team of talented and conscientious staff committed to working together with our supportive parents to provide the best education and support for all our pupils

· An enthusiastic, supportive and dedicated Local Governing Committee and Trust Board

· The benefits of a forward-thinking Trust, extensive collaboration across our Trust schools and the wider Diocese of Brentwood

· Excellent opportunities for further professional development

· Outstanding track record in terms of Ofsted (January 2024) and CSI (March 2022)

We warmly welcome and encourage applicants to visit our school. Please contact the School Business Manager, Stacey Robinson, for more information or an application pack via email: admin@st-thomasmores.essex.sch.uk

Completed applications should be sent to the school, marked

FAO: Mr C Kelly (Chair of Governors)

St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School

Priory Street

Colchester

Essex, CO1 2QB

Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This is a reserved post and is open to practising Catholics only, please review the document produced by the Diocese of Brentwood ''Definition of a Practising Catholic for Reserved Posts" for further information

St Thomas More's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant employment checks. Please note that this will also include a check of life online.

Applications should be on a CES application form, and sent to the school (applications not submitted on the CES application form will not be considered). Any electronic applications will have to be signed by the applicant attending an interview.

Supporting Documents

· Consent to obtain references (from Parish Priest and Professional Referees)

· Head Teacher Person Specification

· Job Description

· CES Model Application Forms and Supplementary Forms - Notes to applicant

· Recruitment monitoring form

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.