Headteacher
Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2TGThis job expired on 7 May 2025
Closing date
7 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
1 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday - Friday 6.5/6.5/6.5/6.5/6.5
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L9-L15
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a Headteacher who:
- is a practising Catholic who has a clear vision and understanding of Catholic education and a commitment to promote the Catholic ethos throughout the whole school community
- has successful senior leadership experience in primary education with an understanding of what is required to raise standards in teaching and learning
- is an inclusive and collaborative leader with the ability to engage with a range of internal and external partners
- can ensure our curriculum provides the best education and experience for our children
- is committed to promoting high standards of attainment and behaviour
- has a clear vision for the future of the school, building on our current success and has excellent interpersonal skills to make the vision a reality
- will continue to promote strong partnerships with parents, governors, our parish and the wider community
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
- an exceptionally welcoming ethos and an outstanding sense of community through our close partnerships with families, the parish and other community groups
- enthusiastic, caring children, who have a positive attitude towards learning and life
- a staff team committed to securing the best outcomes for all pupils
- a clear commitment to continuing professional development for you and ongoing support to reach your full potential
- a fantastic team of staff and governors that are friendly and committed
Flexible working opportunities
We would love you to come and have a look around and see if your next career move is to join the community at Our Lady & St. Oswald’s. Appointments will be made on an individual basis. Please contact Mrs Heather Birch, School Administrator, on 01691 652849 to arrange a visit.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check is required for the successful applicant. References will be requested prior to interview
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 137 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School website
- Email address
- Julie.English@dioceseofshrewsbury.org
- Phone number
- 01691 652849
Our Lady and St Oswald's: A small school with a big heart"
Our Lady & St Oswald’s is a warm, welcoming school where everyone is valued and our Catholic Faith is the cornerstone of our school. We balance academic achievement with a caring and supportive environment and our children enjoy a varied and rich curriculum with lots of opportunities to access after-school clubs.
Arranging a visit to Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Julie.English@dioceseofshrewsbury.org.
School location
Similar jobs nearby
Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed
Find more school jobs in Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin