About the team we are recruiting to

Cardinal Newman is a highly successful 11-18 Catholic comprehensive school set in 37-acre grounds in the pleasant outskirts of Coventry. In our most recent Ofsted visit, staff morale was identified as being high and we are fully committed to the positive wellbeing of our staff.

We have an amazing team of staff who make sure our students are given every opportunity to fulfil their true potential. We pride ourselves on excellent relationships, where we work together to form a happy, loving, and caring community, based on clear boundaries, accepted values, and high expectations.

What is the job role?

We welcome candidates from all religious and non -religious backgrounds and the successful candidate will be joining an excellent team.

This role is key to the success of the school, we are looking for someone to support the management and development of the school site and premises. This will include managing school premises issues as they arise, developing a premises and maintenance plan, to ensure that the premises are fit for purpose and meet the requirements of Health & Safety legislation and the curriculum. The post holder will be required to be an experienced practitioner with significant practical skills. The role is both operational as well as managerial, therefore you will be required to have a ‘hands on’ approach and lead by example, as you will spend a significant proportion of time involved in practical site activities.

Why join Cardinal Newman Catholic School?

• This post comes with the option of rental accommodation within the school boundaries , and is a three-bedroom house which includes a garage and a rear garden
• A friendly, enthusiastic, and supportive staff body and a ‘high morale’ within the school
• CPD programmes to support and develop staff in their career progression.
• Our staff-led wellbeing group and common room association where we plan social events for all our staff are welcome to participate.
• A caring ethos with strong international links and a commitment to actively supporting global charity and fundraising projects.
• National College membership
• Access to our gym facilities and opportunities to get involved in staff-organised sports.
• Staff Benefits –including cycle to work scheme, car benefits, home and electronics and care first support offering counselling and support service

To apply please follow this link to the Schools Advertising Website - https://www.cncs.school/vacancies

Should you require any additional information, please contact Tracy Willis by email tracy.willis@hccmac.co.uk

Closing date for applications: 9:00 am Tuesday 18^th March 2025

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy should we receive an overwhelming number of applications before the closing date and Previous applicants need not apply.

Who are we looking for?

• Can demonstrate enthusiasm, energy and passion
• Has proven staff management experience 
• Is a team player, able to multitask effectively, 
• Has the ability to motivate staff and drive excellent Customer Service,
• Can demonstrate a commitment to achieving high standards.

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. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council