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DEPUTY HEADTEACHER
| Posting date: | 22 April 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 April 2025 |
| Location: | Liverpool, Merseyside, L12 9HJ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 32cf2cd3-1b87-4d5b-935a-2f426fe16618-1 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors under the Trusteeship of the Sisters of Mercy are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Leader with the vision, energy, dynamism and commitment to continue to inspire the whole school community. Our aim is to be an “Outstanding” school in all areas and we are seeking a leader who will continue to move our school forwards and have the highest ambitions for our children. Ofsted rated the school as “Good” in November 2022.
The School Motto, ‘Cor Unum et Anima Una’ – ‘One Heart and One Mind’ – reflects the strong sense of community amongst staff, pupils, parents and governors. The central aim of our School is to provide the very best educational opportunities enabling all our pupils to develop their God-given talents, to grow in confidence and self-esteem and fulfil their potential.
You will:
- Be a committed practising Catholic;
- Have successful experience of implementing and managing change;
- Be an inspirational and visionary leader with a passion for teaching and learning;
- Have a passion for developing potential in others and promoting a whole school learning community;
- Have excellent people management and communication skills;
- Have the knowledge, core values, behaviours and qualities needed to be an outstanding leader in our school;
- Command the respect of the whole school community; staff, parents, students and governors.
We offer:
- A school which places the development, care and respect of the individual at the heart of our mission;
- A committed, experienced Governing Board closely involved in all aspects of the school;
- A strong and experienced Leadership Team;
- Talented and innovative staff committed to the development of the potential of each and every student;
- Enthusiastic pupils who are keen to succeed;
- A warm and caring school community;
- Trustees committed to the continuing success of the school;
- Close working links with the Archdiocese of Liverpool and Local Authority.
What the school offers its staff
• Pensions Scheme – Teacher Pension Scheme for teaching staff
• Induction training and support from Liverpool Archdiocese and School Improvement Liverpool
• Access to occupational health
• A Well-being App which includes an enhanced package for all staff with access to:-
- Virtual GP – speak with a GP using your laptop or smartphone at a time/location that suits you
- 24 hour support from a trained counsellor or legal/financial advisor
- Mental health services e.g. counselling, online CBT, coaching, anxiety or stress management
- Physiotherapy – remote and face to face
- Self-support and guidance
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Tax Free Childcare Vouchers
• Supportive work environment where all staff are valued
• Supportive Governing Body
• Aspirational Senior Leadership Team
• Continuous professional development for all staff, we follow a whole school approach to staff performance and development
Further details about the role
Please see the Information Pack for full details of this role.
Commitment to safeguarding
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to keeping children safe. Any offer of employment will be subject to statutory pre-employment checks, satisfactory references, Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020), shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview. By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Statutory Guidance.
The Governors under the Trusteeship of the Sisters of Mercy are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Leader with the vision, energy, dynamism and commitment to continue to inspire the whole school community. Our aim is to be an “Outstanding” school in all areas and we are seeking a leader who will continue to move our school forwards and have the highest ambitions for our children. Ofsted rated the school as “Good” in November 2022.
The School Motto, ‘Cor Unum et Anima Una’ – ‘One Heart and One Mind’ – reflects the strong sense of community amongst staff, pupils, parents and governors. The central aim of our School is to provide the very best educational opportunities enabling all our pupils to develop their God-given talents, to grow in confidence and self-esteem and fulfil their potential.
You will:
- Be a committed practising Catholic;
- Have successful experience of implementing and managing change;
- Be an inspirational and visionary leader with a passion for teaching and learning;
- Have a passion for developing potential in others and promoting a whole school learning community;
- Have excellent people management and communication skills;
- Have the knowledge, core values, behaviours and qualities needed to be an outstanding leader in our school;
- Command the respect of the whole school community; staff, parents, students and governors.
We offer:
- A school which places the development, care and respect of the individual at the heart of our mission;
- A committed, experienced Governing Board closely involved in all aspects of the school;
- A strong and experienced Leadership Team;
- Talented and innovative staff committed to the development of the potential of each and every student;
- Enthusiastic pupils who are keen to succeed;
- A warm and caring school community;
- Trustees committed to the continuing success of the school;
- Close working links with the Archdiocese of Liverpool and Local Authority.
What the school offers its staff
• Pensions Scheme – Teacher Pension Scheme for teaching staff
• Induction training and support from Liverpool Archdiocese and School Improvement Liverpool
• Access to occupational health
• A Well-being App which includes an enhanced package for all staff with access to:-
- Virtual GP – speak with a GP using your laptop or smartphone at a time/location that suits you
- 24 hour support from a trained counsellor or legal/financial advisor
- Mental health services e.g. counselling, online CBT, coaching, anxiety or stress management
- Physiotherapy – remote and face to face
- Self-support and guidance
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Tax Free Childcare Vouchers
• Supportive work environment where all staff are valued
• Supportive Governing Body
• Aspirational Senior Leadership Team
• Continuous professional development for all staff, we follow a whole school approach to staff performance and development
Further details about the role
Please see the Information Pack for full details of this role.
Commitment to safeguarding
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to keeping children safe. Any offer of employment will be subject to statutory pre-employment checks, satisfactory references, Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020), shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview. By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Statutory Guidance.