Guardian Angels’ RC Primary School, Bury HEAD OF SCHOOL Required for September 2020 Salary L11 – L15 (Leadership scale) NOR: 244 (including nursery) Due to the recent appointment of the Permanent Executive Headteacher, the Governors of Guardian Angels’ RC Primary School are seeking to appoint a Head of School who is committed in continuing to build an exceptional and caring learning environment where all members of the school community can thrive. We are looking for a strong, dynamic and inspirational leader who: • is a lead practitioner in teaching and is committed to teaching as part of their Head of School role • will work collaboratively with the Executive Headteacher and the Head of School in our sister school in school improvement • put children at the very heart of everything they do • has a vision and dedication to take on the challenge of leading an outstanding Catholic school • works with mission integrity for the benefit of all within the school community • has a clear strategic direction • will challenge and empower staff to be the best they can be • will develop and sustain a learning culture for all across our school • will foster children’s enjoyment of learning whilst ensuring high levels of achievement • will develop the respectful and inclusive ethos of our school We can offer: • amazing children who are eager to learn • committed and supportive governors • hard-working and dedicated staff • a school with an excellent reputation and an outstanding Catholic culture • a clear commitment to continuing professional development Visits to our school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit on 0161 764 4014. An application pack is available from the Executive Headteacher: [email protected] Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Monday 13th January 2020 Shortlisting: Tuesday 21st January 2020 Interviews: Friday 31st January 2020 Please return the completed application forms to the Chair of Governors at: Our Lady of Good Counsel and Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Church, The Parish House, 54 Harvey Street, Elton, Bury, BL8 2RU or electronically by email to [email protected] The school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references and an enhanced DBS check. .