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Senior Teaching Assistant

New
Expiring soon
St Benedict's Catholic High School

St Benedict's Catholic High School

Whitehaven

Required as soon as possibleNJC Scale 4 £26,403 – £28,142 per annum pro rataPart time, term time only   30 hours and 5 minutes per week over 5 days(actual salary £19,235 – £20,502 based on 46.6 weeks) We are seeking to recruit a Senior Teaching Assistant to provide 1: 1 and small group support in classes for students with a Special Education Need or Disability.  You need to have good literacy and numeracy skills and a relevant NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification; appropriate experience as a Teaching Assistant would be preferred.  This is a part time term time only post fixed term to 17th July 2026 in the first instance dependant on student numbers in September 2026. St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students.  All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines.  This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure. Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at

NJC Scale 4 £26,403 – £28,142 per annum pro rata

Part Time

Apply by 25/03/2026, 12:00

Assistant Headteacher (Head of Sixth Form)

New
Expiring soon
Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood

Governors are seeking to appoint, from September 2026, a suitably experienced and qualified individual to join the Senior Leadership Team of our thriving Catholic school.   Assistant Headteachers at BUCHS contribute to a flexible leadership structure in which areas of responsibility may develop over time, supporting both school priorities and the professional development of senior leaders. The successful candidate will, in the first instance, lead our Sixth Form as Head of Sixth Form, working closely with the Headteacher to shape and further develop our flourishing co-educational provision. This represents a particularly exciting moment in the school’s development. With Sixth Form numbers continuing to grow and a new purpose-built, state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre opening in September 2026, the successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to shape the future of Sixth Form education at Brentwood Ursuline. They will play a pivotal role in developing an ambitious vision for academic excellence, enrichment and student leadership, ensuring that our Sixth Form continues to provide an exceptional environment in which young people can thrive and prepare for the next stage of their education and careers. Located in the vibrant town of Brentwood, our popular and oversubscribed Catholic girls’ school, which includes a co-educational Sixth Form, is renowned for its academic excellence and strong community ethos. As one of the highest-performing comprehensive schools in Essex, we are proud to have a motivated, supportive and friendly staff team that values collaboration and innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher to join our Senior Leadership Team. This permanent position offers the opportunity to teach at GCSE and Post-16 level. The ability to teach History and/or Business Studies would be preferred, but we will consider other subjects. At Brentwood Ursuline, we are committed to supporting your professional development. Our comprehensive staff training programme provides excellent opportunities for both personal and professional growth, enabling you to continue to develop and excel in your career. If you are ready to inspire the next generation in a school that values excellence, wellbeing and community, we would love to hear from you. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Please contact Miranda Freeman via email at or apply via the Essex School Jobs website using the Apply button. Closing Date: Wednesday 25 March 2026Please note: Applications will be considered upon receipt. We do not offer visa sponsorship.Interviews: To be arranged as soon as possible.

Pay Scale: L12 – L16 (Fringe)

Full Time, Permanent

Apply by 25/03/2026, 12:00

Headteacher

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Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School

Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School

Plymouth

Thank you for your interest in applying for the post of Headteacher of Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School, Plymouth within Plymouth CAST Multi Academy Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to join the skilled leadership team within our Multi Academy Trust of thirty-four Catholic schools and one nursery, formed in 2014. There are two secondary schools in the Trust, both are single sex schools based in Plymouth, and thirty-two primary schools. In geographical terms the Trust extends across seven local authority areas from Cornwall to Dorset. We have 1,150 staff and educate 6,700 children and young people. Our head office is located at St Boniface College in Plymouth. Plymouth CAST has a strong focus on school improvement, underpinned by our Catholic values. Twenty-nine of our schools are currently Good or Outstanding and there is a strong positive momentum towards Good for all schools in the Trust. We are passionately committed to the core aspiration of Catholic education which is the flourishing of the human person for the common good. To that end we have developed collaborative working through a cluster model to ensure that local expertise and best practice in our schools is shared and developed. Each of our schools are supported by a School Improvement Officer. The School Improvement Officers are managed by the Director of Education, who, with the Chief Finance Officer and Chief Operating Officer, make up the Senior Executive Management Team, led by the Chief Executive. The Diocese of Plymouth has appointed a Diocesan Schools Commissioner, who works closely with the Chief Executive and the schools within the Trust, to ensure that the Bishop’s vision for education is actively promoted and embedded in all that we do.

L8- L13 and appropriate pension scheme

Full Time

Apply by 20/04/2026, 08:00

Headteacher

New
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Plymouth

Thank you for your interest in applying for the post of Headteacher of Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, Plymouth within Plymouth CAST Multi Academy Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to join the skilled leadership team within our Multi Academy Trust of thirty-four Catholic schools and one nursery, formed in 2014. There are two secondary schools in the Trust, both are single sex schools based in Plymouth, and thirty-two primary schools. In geographical terms the Trust extends across seven local authority areas from Cornwall to Dorset. We have 1,150 staff and educate 6,700 children and young people. Our head office is located at St Boniface College in Plymouth. Plymouth CAST has a strong focus on school improvement, underpinned by our Catholic values. Twenty-nine of our schools are currently Good or Outstanding and there is a strong positive momentum towards Good for all schools in the Trust. We are passionately committed to the core aspiration of Catholic education which is the flourishing of the human person for the common good. To that end we have developed collaborative working through a cluster model to ensure that local expertise and best practice in our schools is shared and developed. Each of our schools are supported by a School Improvement Officer. The School Improvement Officers are managed by the Director of Education, who, with the Chief Finance Officer and Chief Operating Officer, make up the Senior Executive Management Team, led by the Chief Executive. The Diocese of Plymouth has appointed a Diocesan Schools Commissioner, who works closely with the Chief Executive and the schools within the Trust, to ensure that the Bishop’s vision for education is actively promoted and embedded in all that we do.

L14- L21 and appropriate pension scheme

Full Time

Apply by 20/04/2026, 08:00

Full time class teacher

Good Shepherd RC School

Good Shepherd RC School

Bromley

If you answer ‘yes’ to these questions, Good Shepherd could be the place for you! We are looking for an excellent and enthusiastic teacher to join our hardworking and dedicated team. You will be a creative classroom practitioner, passionate about teaching and learning, able to inspire and be inspired and motivated to achieve the highest possible standards. You will be caring and committed to making a difference to the children and our community. Good Shepherd warmly welcomes the opportunity for potential candidates to visit. If you would like to arrange a visit please call our school office on 020 8698 4173 or email CVs will not be accepted; therefore, a Good Shepherd Catholic/CES Application Form must be completed for all applications. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check and references. Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Salary : (Inner London payscale) Scale point dependent upon relevant experience

Full Time, Permanent

Apply by 20/04/2026, 11:00

Teacher of Spanish, Full Time / Permanent

Expiring soon
St Nicholas Catholic High School

St Nicholas Catholic High School

Northwich

Thank you for your interest in the post of Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages on a Permanent / Full-time basis (0.8FTE could be considered for a successful applicant) at St Nicholas Catholic High School.   Applications are welcome from both candidates with a faith background or candidates willing to be supportive of our Catholic school status. Whilst this post requires applicants able to teach Spanish up to KS5, the ability to teach French to at least KS3 would be considered advantageous. There is also potential for a TLR allowance for appropriately experienced candidates. If you are interested in this aspect of the position, please state clearly in your application how your skills and experience to date would help you to take on a leadership role within the department under the guidance of the Subject Leader for MFL. This is an exciting time for us as we look to further strengthen our MFL department here at St Nicholas. We are an excellent Catholic school with a fantastic reputation for the very highest of standards, outstanding students who are eager to learn and exceptional staff who walk the ‘extra mile’ to ensure that every student fulfils their God-given potential. We are looking to appoint a Teacher of Spanish with a passion and vision for learning and teaching in MFL across all Key Stages.  You will be a highly effective practitioner who will make a difference by inspiring a love of learning in their students. The successful candidate will join a vibrant, forward thinking, and progressive department which is keen to build upon the many successes within the school’s external inspection reports from both the Diocese and Ofsted. St Nicholas has made significant progress with the continuous development of the curriculum we deliver to our students. The successful candidate will benefit from teaching in a department which offers comprehensive and robust schemes of learning, incisive planned assessments, and is fully resourced. Everyone Matters here:  we are proud and privileged to lead on training beyond the school, supporting other schools where the need arises.  Our professional development offer is one of the best and we are proud of the success of our colleagues; many being promoted within the school to newly created leadership posts (please see the enclosed pack for further information about our offer).  Furthermore, we are a school committed to your health and wellbeing; we have recently launched our new Wellbeing Charter and, part of this, has resulted in the opening of a new Gym for staff and students. We take safeguarding seriously here:  we have a team of Designated Safeguarding Leads, many of whom are experienced and experts in this field.  Our Executive Safeguarding Team meet weekly.  We ensure that all staff access training on a regular basis and you will be expected to engage in this. If you feel that you have what it takes to deliver our vision, we would be delighted to receive an application from you. Please send your applications either via the TES website, My New Term website, or by email to . The deadline for applications is 9am Thursday 26 March 2026.  Shortlisting and interviews will be confirmed following this date. I look forward to receiving and reading your application and I thank you for your interest in St Nicholas RC High School.

MPS to UPS with potential for a TLR

Permanent, Full Time

Apply by 26/03/2026, 09:00