Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Benfleet

Diocese of BrentwoodHOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLHEADTEACHERRequired for September 2026 or earlierGroup 2 L9-L15N.O.R 203 The Governors of Holy Family Catholic Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational, ambitious and innovative Headteacher for this rewarding leadership role as our serving Headteacher is to retire at Easter. The school is seeking a strong leader and team player who will nurture the children and lead the staff to excel. Our new Headteacher will continue to drive school improvement and further raise the quality of education for all pupils. We are keen to appoint a Headteacher who will ensure that Holy Family continues to provide a broad curriculum, rooted in Gospel values. As a practicing Catholic, your drive and vision will help us continue to maximise the development and achievements of all our children, as well as contributing to our local community and wider Trust community of schools. Your vision for whole school improvement will be matched with high aspiration, resilience and the ability to build positive and trusting relationships to nurture the established culture of learning and ambition that will see our children develop, grow and contribute as an active member in today’s society.We want our Headteacher to:-Be a committed practicing Catholic, with a clear vision and strong commitment to Catholic education, who will cherish and support the Catholic ethos of our school;Have proven leadership skills with a passion for education and making a difference to children’s lives;Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, motivate and inspire our children and our staff with a strong commitment to working in partnership with the community;Continue to raise the aspirations and achievements of all our children through support and challenge;Secure high quality teaching and learning, with the ability to identify and sustain long term improvement; Use resources, intellect, creativity and innovation to be successful;Have a positive and optimistic approach; be visible, proactive and confident; be an excellent multitasker;Be passionately committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff.We can offer you:-Enthusiastic children who are proud of their school and their achievementsA supportive, welcoming and caring ethos throughout the school based on the values of the Catholic faith;The opportunity to work with delightful children and a team of talented and conscientious staff committed to working together with our supportive parents to provide the best education and support for all our pupils;An enthusiastic, supportive and dedicated Local Governing Committee and Trust Board;The benefits of a forward-thinking Trust, extensive collaboration across our Trust schools and the wider Diocese of Brentwood, which can provide our new Headteacher with opportunities for further professional development;Support, in the form of individual mentoring, particularly for aspiring Headteachers;The provision of some central functions so that you can focus on the quality of teaching and learning and school improvement. Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school and should contact Claire Fantini, HR Manager, at the Assisi Registered Office on 01702 344933 or by email on recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com to arrange a visit.Full details of the post and relevant application form are available on the school’s website: HFCPS Website - Job Vacancies and ACT website www.assisicatholictrust.com.  All applicants must complete the CES Senior Leadership Application Form to be considered for this vacancy and submit it to recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com.  Electronic applications are required to be signed by applicants invited to interview prior to interview.  This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics (see guidance document).Assisi Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS clearance. References will be sought and an online search carried out on applicants as part of our due diligence.Closing Date: 9am 28/01/2026              Shortlisting: 06/02/2026              Formal Interviews: 12/02/2026Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy

York

We are looking for an outstanding teacher to join our school family.Here at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs we keep the love of Christ at the heart of all that we do, in our learning and our daily lives. We all aspire to progress spiritually and academically so that every child and adult is enabled to achieve their full potential.  We live by our Mission Statement: “Living, Loving, Learning - Christ at the Centre” and our vision is to provide an outstanding Catholic education for all of our children.  We are passionate about making our School the very best it can be.The ideal candidate will: Be a practising CatholicBe committed to the Catholic ethos of the schoolHave the ability to demonstrate excellence in teaching and learningHave the ability to work as part of a team effectivelyHave the ability to establish excellent relationships with children and parents, promoting aspirational achievement and progress for all groups of pupils including children with Special Educational NeedsWe can offer: Enthusiastic children who are curious, independent learnersExcellent personal and professional development opportunitiesAn experienced and talented team of staff with a supportive Governing Body and wider School / Church communityThe opportunity to be involved in the wider life of our TrustClosing date: Wednesday 10th December 2025, 9amInterview date: Friday 12th December 2025 Please refer to the back cover of the application pack for details of how to apply for this position.Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract

St James' Catholic High School

Cheadle

St James’ Catholic High School aims to ensure everyone within our school family achieves their full potential,to encourage learning and development through faith, and to strive for excellence PurposeEnsure an outstanding Catholic educational experience which is engaging and fulfilling for all pupilsDeliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students within Religious EducationBe accountable for student progress and development within the teaching groups allocatedMaintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the Religious Education curriculumInspire and engage pupils in the vision for the school ProgressBe accountable for outcomes within the teaching groups allocatedEnsure effective strategies are in place to enable all pupils within your classes to make good progressTrack student achievement regularly across the teaching groups allocated, transforming data into actionTeaching and LearningSet high expectations for yourself for quality teaching and learning in your Religious Education classesEnsure planning meets the needs of all learnersDeliver engaging lessons which have frequent and accurate assessment, feedback and intervention CurriculumAssist in the development of schemes of work, resources, marking and assessment policies and teaching strategies within designated curriculum areasKeep up to date with national developments in the subject area and how they might affect student learning and teaching methodologiesDisplay highly effective subject knowledge School Ethos and CultureHelp foster the spiritual development of pupils in accordance with the school’s Mission StatementEnsure that the school’s vision is understood and clearly and effectively articulated to all pupilsPromote the school’s ethos and culture to the broader communityDeveloping self and working with othersActively partake in the school’s development scheme through participation in arrangements for further training and professional developmentTreat pupils, staff and parents fairly, equitably and with dignity and respect, to create and maintain a positive school cultureCelebrate the achievements of individual studentsWork effectively with Teaching Assistants as appropriateManage own workload and that of others to allow an appropriate work/life balance;Regularly review own practice, set personal targets and take responsibility for own personal developmentEngage in research around current educational initiatives including government policies in areas commensurate with the postOther Specific DutiesAll Teaching Staff are expected to meet the relevant Professional Standards for Teachers in addition to the job description detailed aboveMany specific responsibilities will require collaborative working with other team members which the post holder will proactively develop Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task may not be identified. The post holder will be expected to comply with all reasonable requests from the Headteacher and Director of Religious Education to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in their job description