How to apply

Closing date: Friday 24 November 2023

The post is subject to suitable references and the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).  Further information can be found at www.gov.uk

Our school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a result, we would like to draw the following matters to your attention:

1. All appointments are made subject to:

• An enhanced DBS disclosure;
• Checks of professional status where applicable;
• Confirmation of professional qualifications;
• Receipt of suitable references (if not received by the time of interview); and
• Medical clearance

1. We only accept applications completed on the Catholic Education Service Application Form with a covering letter. Please do not send CVs or open testimonials.

1. Please ensure that the application form is completed in full. In particular, you must ensure that a full work history is provided and that any gaps in your employment are fully explained.
2. The referees cited in your application form must include your current or most recent employer. If your last employment was in a school, we would expect a reference from the Headteacher and/or Deputy/Assistant Headteacher.
3. When seeking references, we will request information about your suitability to work with children.
4. If you are shortlisted, any anomalies in your application will be discussed with you at interview.

Procedure for Application:

If you wish to be considered for this vacancy please complete the application form, including names and addresses of two referees, and submit a concise letter of application. This should include the following information:

1. A brief outline of what you have achieved in your present post
2. A statement about why you want this job.
3. An indication of the strengths and expertise you could offer the school.

All points should address the detail in the person specification and other points made within the information sent to candidates.

Completed applications should be returned to the HR Officer, Mrs Dawn Poole at d.poolee@st-nicholas.cheshire.sch.uk to arrive no later than 9am on Friday 24 November 2023

Interviews are planned to take place w/c 27 November 2023

Please note that we are happy to arrange visits of school for prospective candidates before short-listing has taken place. Also if you wish to have an informal discussion about the post in advance of your application, or if you require any further details, please contact Mrs Dawn Poole at d.poole@st-nicholas.cheshire.sch.uk