Headteacher

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a thriving and vibrant Catholic school community from Nursery to Year 6?

Following the retirement of the current Headteacher, we are looking to appoint an exceptional school leader to further develop this successful, inclusive school with an excellent local reputation. Situated in the unique and historic market town of Newmarket, St Louis is central to the Parish and local community it serves. The school’s Catholic ethos is evident in the relationships between adults and children, high expectations of behaviour and achievement and the safe and nurturing environment.

The Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Multi Academy Trust and the Governors of St Louis invite applications from practising Catholic leaders who can demonstrate successful school leadership experience.

Our Headteacher will:-

• Have a clear vision and strong commitment to Catholic education

• Have a passion for education and making a difference to children’s lives

• Be an excellent communicator, committed to working in partnership with our Trust family of schools

• Have the skills, knowledge and understanding to support, challenge and inspire staff and pupils through the promotion of excellent teaching and learning

• Have a positive and optimistic approach, leading by example

• Be committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff

We will offer you:-

• A supportive and very welcoming ethos based on the values of the Catholic faith

• The opportunity to work with wonderful children and a team of talented staff committed to providing the best education and support for our pupils

• An enthusiastic and supportive Local Governing Committee

• Opportunities to contribute to Trust wide initiatives and shape Catholic education beyond St Louis

• A high quality bespoke programme of induction, ongoing support, development and access to an established Primary Head peer network

• An established Trust central team to lead on Finance, Estates and IT and support school improvement allowing you to focus on education

• The benefits of extensive collaboration across our Trust schools and the wider Diocese of East Anglia

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit. Please contact the school office on 01638 662719 or admin@stlouisacademy.co.uk to arrange a visit.

To discuss the post informally please contact our Deputy CEO, Clare Clark cclark@olow.org.uk

Full details of the post and link to the CES application form are available in the candidate information pack on the school website, via EPM or from Stephanie Rahman, Trust Executive Admin srahman@olow.org.uk

Closing Date: Monday 9th December 2024 (12 noon)

Shortlisting: Tuesday 10th December 2024

Formal Interviews: Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th December 2024

The Our Lady of Walsingham Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks. References will be sought and the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.