The role

The Governors would like to appoint a highly motivated, ambitious and enthusiastic teacher who will contribute significantly to our successful, hardworking and happy team. We welcome applications from experienced and recently qualified teachers.

The successful candidate will:

• Be supportive of the Catholic ethos of the school
• Be flexible, hard-working and have a good sense of fun
• Be an outstanding and inspirational classroom practitioner with a proven record
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• Be able to enthuse and motivate children and is committed to making a difference
• Be able to demonstrate that they are a creative and highly effective classroom teacher who is able to think outside of the box
• Have the ability to create a stimulating learning environment in which all children can learn
• Be committed to raising standards within a broad and balanced curriculum, demonstrating a strong subject knowledge
• Demonstrate the ability to reflect on their own practice and share good practice

Sacred Heart School Community will offer you:

• A vibrant and diverse school community rated Outstanding in all four key areas by OFSTED (March 2024)
• Enthusiastic, happy and caring children who are keen to learn and a joy to be around
• Exemplary behaviour from pupils (OFSTED March 2024)
• A supportive and friendly team of staff and governors who are extremely proud to be part of our Sacred Heart family
• Supportive and dedicated parents / carers
• A warm and welcoming environment
• Excellent opportunities for professional development

How to apply

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office (01925 636235) to make an appointment.

• School visits / tours are offered at the following times:
• Thursday 25 April 2024 at 13:30
• Friday 26 April 2024 at 11:00
• Monday 29 April 2024 at 16:00
• Wednesday 01 May 2024 at 16:00

Application documents can be downloaded from the school website. Please note the CES application form must be used. All applications should be marked for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs. C. Everett and can be either posted or emailed.

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Enhanced DBS clearance will be required. Further details can be found on the DBS website. Warrington Borough Council as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority.

Key dates

Closing date is Thursday 09 May 2024 at 10:00
Provisional shortlisting date is Thursday 09 May 2024
Provisional observation date is Thursday 16 / Friday 17 May 2024
Provisional interview date is Friday 17 May 2024