Parrs Wood Rd

East Didsbury

Manchester M20 6BX

Tel: 0161 445 8053

Assistant Headteacher

CONTRACT: Permanent

SALARY: L12- L16

Are you an outstanding practitioner with substantial leadership and management experience and success at middle or senior level looking for a new challenge or are you eager to gain your first leadership role in a Catholic school? Do you have significant experience of Attendance, Behaviour or Safeguarding and have the vision, skills and leadership qualities to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the school towards its vision of becoming “Outstanding”.

We are looking for an inspiring, motivated and enthusiastic leader who would love to be part of our journey at The Barlow and who will be instrumental in making a difference to our student’s education.

The Barlow RC High School is an excellent place to work! As a leading Catholic High School, we create an environment where children and adults alike can achieve their full potential.

The school building has recently benefited from an investment of £11.2million creating a new high-specification science block, lecture theatre, sports hall, ICT suites, astro-turf pitch and reception area. The English, Maths, Art and Design Technology departments were all remodeled, creating an environment that is both purposeful and inspiring.

You will be located in Didsbury, (often voted as one of the most popular places to live in Manchester) only a short walk from the vibrant shops, bars and restaurants of Didsbury village. You will also have access to excellent transport links to Manchester city centre and surrounding areas.

The post will involve leading on aspects of whole school policy with the specific responsibilities to reflect the strengths of the successful candidate; however these may include elements of Attendance, Behaviour or Safeguarding

You should:

•Be an experienced and outstanding leader.

•Have substantial experience of either Attendance, Behaviour or Safeguarding.

•Have excellent communication, organization and analytical skills

•Be a strategic thinker who is highly committed, motivated and ambitious

•Be passionate and knowledgeable about raising standards of achievement

•Possess the ability to inspire, challenge and motivate both students and colleagues to meet and exceed expectations.

•Have a positive attitude towards work and others

•Be fully supportive of the school’s Catholic Ethos

In return, we will support you to further your professional development.

If this sounds like the job for you then come and join us. Please visit our website for an application pack. Completed applications should be returned to quoting the post title and your name in the subject line. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date: 8am Monday 22ndMay 2017

Interview date: Friday 26thMay 2017

Our School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share their commitment. An enhanced DBS is required for all successful applicants.