Principal
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Nailsea, Somerset, BS48 4PD5 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Easter Term/Sept Start (to be confirmed and agreed with successful candidate)
Closing date
27 January 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £62,202.00 - £72,162.00 Annually (Actual)
Principal job summary
Principal
Permanent Contract
Full Time
Leadership Scale L10 - L16
St. Francis is more than just a school. It is a vibrant community, a welcoming space and a family. Imagine guiding young minds not just academically but also fostering a strong moral compass rooted in Catholic values.
Imagine witnessing children blossom into compassionate, responsible leaders who make a real difference in their community. This is the impact you'll make at St. Francis!
We are seeking an inspirational leader who will help lead our school through a period of change and re-establish it as a leading academic institution. Empowered by the Newman Catholic Trust, ably supported by the experienced and dedicated governors and willed on by our passionate parents, you won't be alone on this journey. St. Francis offers a collaborative and supportive environment.
You will lead a dedicated team of educators and governors who share your passion for Catholic education. Together, you'll build upon the school's strong foundation and propel it towards an exceptional future. Are you a visionary leader with the energy and ambition to inspire a vibrant school community, nurture young minds, and lead our school family into an exciting new chapter? If so, this is a unique opportunity for you to join St Francis Catholic Primary School at a pivotal moment in its history.
This role offers the chance to lead a school with:
talented, dedicated teaching teams committed to the school’s mission,
exceptional pupils who are eager to learn and take pride in their school and community,
supportive families who care deeply about the future of St Francis,
strong and committed governors and a Board of Directors passionate about securing the school’s success.
We are looking for a dedicated, committed Catholic who:
has a firm commitment to school improvement and collaboration,
has a proven track record in teaching and experience of leadership,
embraces the challenge of leading a school through change with vision and determination,
can actively promote and market the school to attract families and build on its growing reputation,
and can inspire confidence within the community through compelling communication and leadership.
Please may we direct you to the attached Recruitment Pack for full details and we look forward to meeting you.
Visits to the school would be highly welcome and can be made by appointment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About St Francis Catholic Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 151 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
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