Assistant Headteacher
Contract: Permanent 
Salary: Leadership Spine 9 – 14 £57,482 - £65,010 
Closing date for applications:
7 May 2024, 12.00pm Holy Cross Catholic High School continues to provide an outstanding Catholic Education for the children of Chorley and the surrounding area. It is a vibrant and welcoming school dedicated to the formation of successful and rounded young people. Our ethos is founded on Gospel Values and the teachings of Christ which are realised through our daily actions. Our mission statement I have come that they may have life and have it to the full clearly sets out our aspirations for excellence in all that we do.
Within our school community there is a strong spirit of cooperation, kindness and love where people are valued and respected. Together we strive to produce young people with ideas and ambition, who have a clear vision of what they want to achieve in life. Our pupils have a strong sense of service and compassion for those in need and who have, above all, a love and zest for life.
As the newly appointed Headteacher I feel incredibly proud and privileged to lead this wonderful school. Our school is a fantastic place to work and we are seeking a strong, inspirational leader to join our senior leadership team. The Job Description and Person Specification within this application pack outlines the professional skills and characteristics of the person we are seeking to employ as well as the specific roles and responsibilities the successful candidate will take on.
I hope that you will give careful consideration to applying for the role of Assistant Headteacher at Holy Cross Catholic High School. If you would like to visit to our school, please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs Beth Palmer (b.palmer@holycross.lancs.sch.uk) or telephone 01257 262093. I would be delighted to make time during your visit to meet with you and discuss the position further.
Full details can be found in the attached applicant pack.