The Governors of St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School in Padgate, Warrington, are seeking to appoint a Headteacher who is a practising Catholic, enthusiastic, inspirational and dedicated to lead our flourishing school community.

We wish to appoint:

• a committed leader with a strong, lived faith and deep commitment to Catholic Education and the Catholic ethos of our school.
• a person who values all children as individuals and ensures that all children are confident and able to achieve their full potential.
• a leader and innovator who encourages, enthuses and motivates the school community through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• a leader who is mindful and supportive of the wellbeing of all pupils and staff.
• someone who will maintain and develop the partnerships between our school, our parents and carers, our Parish, Archdiocese, Local Authority and the wider community.

In return we can offer:

• a vibrant, caring and encouraging environment for learning, underpinned by a strong Catholic ethos.
• strong support from a highly effective and supportive Governing Body.
• happy, confident and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• a dedicated, supportive and hard-working staff who are fully committed to further raising standards in the classroom.
• good opportunities for continuous professional development.
• supportive parents and carers, Parish and community.

Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school. To arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Dee Bonsall, Clerk to the Selection Panel, on 01925 813015 or via email at [email protected] to make an appointment.

Application packs are available from the website of the Archdiocese of Liverpool at https://www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/careers and the School website.

Applications will only be accepted on the CES Senior leadership application form which is attached to the candidate pack found on the school’s website. Further information can be found on the CES website.

Applications should be returned to the Chair of Governors at St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School, Padgate Lane, Warrington WA1 3LB or [email protected]

St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required for this post.

The post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulation and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

Online searches may also be undertaken for shortlisted candidates.

Key dates

Closing Date: Monday 20 January 2025

Shortlisting: Thursday 23 January 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 February 2025

Required: September 2025