Assistant Headteacher

We seek candidates for two Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour) positions, who will join the Senior Leadership Team, and work under the direction of the Headteacher and the Deputy Head (Culture and Standards), and work alongside our existing Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour). One of these two new roles will be a permanent addition to the SLT, and one may be offered in an interim capacity. We are seeking high quality candidates who have experience of managing behaviour and of effecting improvements in behaviour over time. Previous experience of being on SLT would be welcome but is not a requirement. We have high aspirations for our school, and we are seeking to develop a culture where excellent behaviour is the norm. At present, the vast majority of students behave very well, but a number do not, and it is those individuals who need additional support and guidance in making the right choices. We want every student to be able to learn unhindered and to fulfil their potential. We would welcome the opportunity to show candidates around our school prior to application. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact lbrown@stcuthberts.stoccat.org.uk in the first instance. St Cuthbert's is a comprehensive High School situated in Rochdale; welcoming students aged 11 -16 from a wide variety of partner primary feeder schools. We are part of the St Teresa of Calcutta Roman Catholic Academy Trust. The successful candidates will work with the existing Leadership Team and the St Teresa of Calcutta Trust to provide the best possible Catholic education and opportunity for our pupils. As a member of staff at St Cuthbert's you will work within the school and more broadly be able to collaborate with our colleagues in other schools across our Trust. Local and central development opportunities will support the growth of the candidate. At St Cuthbert's, we believe that we should be the best that we can be in everything that we do and this mission is at the heart of everything that we do. St Cuthbert's is a popular and exciting school providing a wonderful environment for learning. The successful candidate will be joining a school which is progressive, innovative and extremely ambitious. The Local Governing Body and Senior Leaders are committed to professional development and staff well-being. The successful applicant will be supported via a bespoke training and development plan appropriate to their individual needs and aspirations. Key responsibilities will be determined according to the appointed candidates' strengths and experience. The successful candidate will

• Be an exemplary teacher by endorsing and following the agreed school policies
• Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to build happy teams in school and with external parties
• Have proven leadership skills within secondary education and experience of leading school improvement
• Demonstrate an ambitious drive for each child within the Trust to succeed in all aspects of their lives
• Have the ability to inspire, challenge and motivate both students and colleagues to meet and exceed expectations
• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons with focus on high quality, imaginative and innovative teaching
• Have strong moral and ethical principles and values
• Have a willingness to uphold our Catholic mission and values
• Be committed to enrichment
What the school offers its staff
• A caring, happy school with a strong Catholic ethos
• Friendly and committed staff who are supportive and open to new ideas
• Close links and group support from other schools in this forward-thinking Catholic academy trust in this exciting time in our development
• An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
• A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development
• Supportive leadership at all levels
• An inclusive learning ethos
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