The Governing Body are seeking to appoint a highly motivated professional to join this very special school. When inspected recently (September 2003) Altecq said, "Saint Patrick's is a highly successful school".

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate through leadership abilities and personal values that they will be able to live our school motto "Always Do Our Best!".

Combined with the following essential qualities:
· A clear vision of Catholic Education;
· A commitment to the best provision of a broad and balanced curriculum;
· A proven record of good primary practice and curriculum leadership;
· The ability to promote and maintain high standards an high expectations in all areas;
· An ability to work in partnership with colleagues and the wider school community;
· Good organisational and leadership skills;

Saint Patrick's school can offer the successful candidate:

· A wonderful group of caring, respectful, receptive children;
· A rapidly increasing dedicated and enthusiastic staff;
· A committed Governing body;
· An agreed determination by all our school community to live our school motto by striving to "Always do our Best".

Visits to the school would be most welcome please contact the Headteacher to arrange a convenient appointment.

Applicants should apply to the Manchester Local Education Authority, Education Department, Overseas House, Quay Street, Manchester M3 3BB for the attention of Mrs J O'Brien, Tel No: 0161 234 7186 for an application pack and additional information. Letters of application should be addressed to Mr J Cahill and returned to the Manchester Local Education Authority, Education Department, Overseas House, Quay Street, Manchester M3 3BB.

Closing date for applications: 12 noon Thursday, 29th January 2004.

Shortlisting will take place: Thursday, 5th February 2004.

Interviews: Monday, 9th February 2004.