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Sacred Heart RC Primary School Lodge Lane, Hindsford, Atherton, M46 9BN Tel/Fax: 01942 883429 E-mail: Headteacher: Carrie Morrow B.Ed (Hons), NPQH NOR 178   Required for September 2012   Deputy Headteacher Salary Range: L6 – L10   Sacred Heart RC Primary School is situated within Wigan LA and is part of the Archdiocese of Liverpool. Following the recent retirement of the Deputy, Governors are seeking to strengthen the leadership team by appointing a professional who:   is a practising Catholic, committed to the ethos and vision of Catholic education is an outstanding and creative teacher who inspires children to learn has a proven track record of leading school improvement with a positive impact on attainment and progress is well organised and an efficient manager who can assist the Headteacher in the day to day running of the school has the ability to support and challenge staff.  We can offer:   enthusiastic, well behaved children with a desire to learn a small, successful Catholic school with a desire for further improvement a commitment to support the leadership development of the Deputy Headteacher.  Visits to the school are welcome by appointment. Application packs are available by e-mail or from the school office at the above address, returnable to Mrs J Carter, Chair of Governors.   Shortlisting: Wednesday 29 February 2012. Interviews: Friday 16 March 2012.   Shortlisted candidates will be invited to make a formal visit to school on Wednesday 14 March 2012, at which an interview and selection procedure will be outlined.   This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures.   Wigan Council and the School Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.