Headteacher

Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School

Headteacher

Salary Not Specified

Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School, Chelmsford

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: c5795facc9ac4707ad5e7e4a85c1980d

Full Job Description

Governors are seeking to appoint a dedicated and inspirational Head Teacher who is a committed, practising Catholic. Someone who shares our vision and passion and has the leadership and ambition to build on the successes of our school. Our Lady Immaculate Catholic School is a caring, friendly school and community where our Catholic ethos is central to all that we do. Our new Head Teacher will work with governors to shape the strategic direction of the school and will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of Our Lady Immaculate School. Our new Head Teacher will lead a team that strives together in the best interest of all our children, following the school's mission statement.

  • Be a practising Catholic who can nurture faith and spirituality and take the lead role in providing inspirational Catholic education, based on our shared Gospel values

  • Be passionate in promoting a clear child-centred vision

  • Be inclusive, inspirational and ambitious for all our children and our staff


  • Governors are seeking someone who:
  • Will champion a curriculum that our teachers will be excited to teach and will inspire our children to learn

  • Can demonstrate a proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadership

  • Is passionately committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff

  • Will be an enthusiastic leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents and parish

  • Will bring together a team in the school to achieve an outstanding level of education for our children

  • Will work hard to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential

  • Will promote a culture where everyone is valued and respected


  • We can offer the successful candidate:
  • Children who are committed, enthusiastic and fully engaged in their learning

  • Professional and dedicated staff, supportive parents, and active Governors

  • An enthusiastic and aspirational Senior Leadership Team

  • Excellent opportunities for further professional development

  • Ofsted (2013, 2017 and 2023): 'Good'

  • RE Inspection (2018): 'Outstanding'.