St Mary Magdalen’s is a thriving and friendly small school at the heart of a welcoming and inclusive Catholic community in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and the Archdiocese of Southwark.
The Governing Body wish to appoint a dynamic and inspiring leader to work in partnership with our highly skilled, dedicated and caring staff team, a supportive governing body and happy, motivated children.
St Mary Magdalen's offers a particularly warm and nurturing environment. Our children are happy, enthusiastic and eager to learn. We have strong, constructive links with our families and the Parish we serve. You will also benefit from the support of a collaborative and experienced Governing Body.
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
• will put children at the heart of all you do with a passion for developing children’s love of learning
• will build on our high standards of attainment and achievement to drive improvements in teaching and learning
• will work collaboratively with staff and governors to develop our school vision to achieve the best possible academic and pastoral outcomes for all our children}
• will be flexible, resilient and capable of managing a wide range of responsibilities
• will value and develop our engrained culture of nurturing every child
• is a confident, aspirational leader with an ability to build successful and trusting relationships at all levels, and with all partners
• is a practicing Catholic who supports the school’s Catholic ethos
In return we can offer:
• enthusiastic, considerate pupils who are keen to learn
• committed, capable, and passionate staff
• a happy and caring working environment rooted in our Catholic mission
• a supportive school community of governors and parents
School Tours: Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to book.
Closing date: Friday, 26th April 2023 at Midday
Interviews: Friday, 5th May 2023
Note that applications must be made on the Catholic Education Service application form. This ensures that safer recruitment guidelines can be followed.
No CVs will be accepted.
