Headteacher at St Damian's RC Science College

Professional Skills

(Based on the National Standards for Headteachers 2020) The headteacher is expected to have a good knowledge of the domains of the National Standards for Headteachers (2020) upon which the job description is based and be willing to work towards the achievement of these standards. In addition, the Headteacher will be expected to work with the governors to set annual personal objectives within the framework of these standards:

• Culture and Ethos
• Curriculum and Teaching
• Organisational effectiveness including Governance and Accountability

Candidates are therefore asked to structure their supporting statement under the above headings.

Personal Qualities

All of the following are considered essential for the post and will be assessed through interview and reference:

• Continue to promote the school's strong educational philosophy and values
• Inspire, challenge, motivate and empower teams and individuals to achieve high goals
• Demonstrate personal enthusiasm and commitment to leadership aimed at making a positive difference to children and young people
• Build and maintain quality relationships through interpersonal skills and effective communication
• Demonstrate personal and professional integrity, including modelling values and vision
• Manage and resolve conflict
• Prioritise, plan and organise themselves and others
• Think analytically and creatively and demonstrate initiative in solving problems
• Be aware of their own strengths and areas for development and listen to, and reflect constructively and act upon as appropriate, feedback from others
• Demonstrate a capacity for sustained hard work with energy and vigour
• Uphold the 7 Nolan principles of public life

What the Governors Are Seeking

• A strategic, aspirational Headteacher who is a practicing Catholic with the capacity to lead with compassion.
• A leader deeply committed to Catholic education, safeguarding and moral purpose.
• An uncompromising focus on pupils first, ensuring excellence, equality and protection for all.
• Proven ability to sustain high performance while nurturing professional culture and wellbeing.
• The vision and credibility to lead the next phase of the College's development with clarity and confidence.

Commitment to Safeguarding

St Damian's RC Science College is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre appointment and pre employment checks.

Please see the detailed person specification attached.