Recent Vacancies

Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Benfleet
Deputy Headteacher
At Holy Family Catholic Primary School, we believe passionately that every child deserves the very best. With Christ at the centre of everything we do, we are a truly special one-form entry school with a Nursery, where every child is known, valued and encouraged to thrive. Our wonderful children, dedicated staff and supportive families worktogether to create a warm, welcoming and nurturing Catholic community, rooted in Gospel values and committed to helping every child reach their full potential. We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to play a key role in the next stage of our school's development. Governors wish to appoint an experienced and highly effective Catholic leader with the vision, ambition and drive to inspire others, support our continued improvement journey, and ensure that every child and member of staff achieves their very best. As a practising Catholic, you will bring vision, enthusiasm and a deep commitment to Catholic education. Working in partnership with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership team, you will help shape a culture of high expectations, ambition and inclusion. You will build strong and positive relationships with pupils, staff, families and the wider community, ensuring that Christ remains at the centre of all we do. Together, we will nurture children academically and spiritually, enabling them to fulfil their God-given potential and become confident, compassionate members of society. · Is a committed practising Catholic who will actively support and promote the Catholic life and mission of the school. · Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and has the ability to motivate, inspire and develop others · Builds strong partnerships with children, families, staff, governors and the wider community. · Is committed to securing high-quality teaching and learning and sustaining long-term improvement. · Has high aspirations for every child and is dedicated to ensuring they reach their full potential. · Is proactive, resilient, optimistic and able to lead effectively in a fast-paced environment. · Is passionate about safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of all children and staff. · Thrives as part of a collaborative team and is eager to contribute to the next stage of our school's development. · A welcoming, caring and supportive Catholic ethos where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. · A talented, dedicated and hardworking staff team committed to securing the best outcomes for all pupils. · The opportunity to work alongside a new and ambitious Headteacher and play a key role in shaping the future of the school. · Excellent professional development, collaboration and leadership opportunities through the Assisi Catholic Trust and the Diocese of Brentwood. · Extensive support from a strong network of Trust schools committed to excellence and continuous improvement. · A culture of encouragement, innovation and professional growth where your contribution will be valued and celebrated. If you are an inspirational Catholic leader who wants to make a meaningful difference and help write the next chapter in the story of Holy Family Catholic Primary School, we would love to hear from you and to show you around our school To arrange a visit or to ask any questions, please contact Claire Fantini, HR Manager, at the Assisi Catholic Trust on 01702 344933 or by email on Full details of the post and relevant application form are available from the HR Manager by contacting the above email address. All applicants must complete the CES Senior Leadership Application Form to be considered for this vacancy and submit it to . Electronic applications are required to be signed by applicants invited to interview prior to interview. 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. Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Federation of Mary Immaculate and St. Teilo’s Catholic Primary Schools
Haverfordwest
Executive Headteacher
Working in partnership with the Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia and Pembrokeshire County Council, the governing body of this new federation of Catholic primary schools is looking to appoint an outstanding leader as executive headteacher. The successful candidate will be expected to continue the successful Catholic learning in both schools and to divide his/her time between the two sites. You will lead a senior management team comprising a deputy headteacher and an assistant headteacher, each of whom is responsible for the day-to-day management of one of the two school sites. Mary Immaculate Catholic Primary (NOR 175) is situated in the lively county town of Haverfordwest and has a “wonderfully caring and nurturing ethos” (ESTYN March 2023). St. Teilo’s Catholic Primary (NOR 87) is situated in the picturesque seaside town of Tenby and has a “clear vision [..] and values every pupil as an individual” (ESTYN 2018). You will be a practising Catholic and an inspirational leader with an impressive record of school improvement. You will have vision, adaptability, drive and passion to facilitate success for our pupils, staff and parish communities. You will hold, or are making successful progress towards, the NPQH qualification. You will have: The successful candidate will be expected to sign the Catholic Education Service contract of employment. Please complete the latest version of the Senior Leadership Application Form provided by the and send the completed form to We would be pleased to receive contact from interested parties and would welcome visits to our schools. These can be arranged by contacting Mr P Mansfield, Chair of Governors, Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure that they are as safe as they possibly can be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The council’s Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff, and the services within the council, which sets out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods which assure the council that it is fulfilling its duties. This policy applies to all council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and service providers who are commissioned by the council. Safeguarding is everyone’s business whether they work for or on behalf of the council.

St Patrick's Catholic College, A Voluntary Catholic Academy
Stockton-on-Tees
Exam Invigilators
We are seeking to recruit Exam Invigilators with an approachable manner and the ability to communicate with ease with staff and students. This role is essential to the smooth running of the examination process. In addition to ensuring correct exam procedures are followed, the successful applicants will be responsible for the setting out and collecting of exam papers and materials, admitting students to the exam hall/room, and collating the exam papers to be sent off to the Exam boards. Duties may include reading and scribing for students during exams. St Patrick’s Catholic College is part of Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 38 schools. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 plus staff, the Trust is now one of the largest Catholic Multi Academy Trusts in the UK. The successful applicant will be required to join the DBS update service and ensure this is renewed annually.

St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School
HEADTEACHER
Job overview
Headteacher
Tamworth, Staffordshire
Start date: Required from September 2025
Salary: L14 £68,586 - L20 £79,475
Contract term: Full Time, Permanent
About the Role
St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School
Claremont Road
Tamworth
Staffordshire, B79 8EN
Telephone: 01827 214 000
Email: office@st-elizabeths.staffs.sch.uk
Headteacher
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Salary: L14 £68,586 - L20 £79,475
Required from September 2025
'We listen, learn and grow with Jesus'
The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an aspirational, strategic, forward thinking Headteacher to lead our Catholic Primary school.
St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School is based in Tamworth, Staffordshire and currently has 220 pupils on roll. The school has excellent links to neighbouring towns and motorway access. St Elizabeth's is a Catholic school with Christ’s teachings at the heart of all we do. Our mission statement reflects our dedication to the teachings of Christ, “We listen, learn and grow with Jesus”. In our nurturing community, our dedicated staff work hard to ensure that all children thrive during their time with us to become confident, successful learners. In July 2023 Ofsted judged us to be a “Good” school offering a safe and happy environment for children to learn. In a 2018 Diocesan S48 Inspection, the school was graded “Outstanding”.
Our school is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment that celebrates the cultural and ethnic backgrounds of its children. The school’s ethos is grounded on values of respect, empathy, tolerance and kindness which are reflected in every aspect of the school.
We are looking for a candidate to build on our strong foundations and be instrumental in helping shape the future of our school.
As Headteacher you will:
- Be a practicing Catholic, with a clear sense of moral purpose, vision and a strong commitment to Catholic education
- Be a visible, confident, innovative and inspirational leader
- Have excellent interpersonal skills
- Work collaboratively to foster a culture of excellence and innovation with your drive for continued school improvement
- Work to maintain our high standards of behaviour, wellbeing and safeguarding to ensure all our children feel safe, valued and supported
- Build strong relationships within our school community and local parishes promoting our mission and school values
- Support your staff team and continue to advance high quality teaching and learning.
In return we can offer:
- A school environment which is committed to delivering outstanding education and care
- Children who are happy and eager to learn
- A staff team dedicated to high standards of educational success
- A Governing Body that is forward thinking in striving to improve the strategic direction of the school
- Ongoing continuous professional development opportunities to support you in your role
- A supportive, involved school community providing excellent networking opportunities including a partnership with local Catholic schools.
If you are a leader with vision, drive and determination and feel you have the relevant skills, and experience to join our school as our new Headteacher we would like to hear from you.
You will need to be a practicing Catholic who can demonstrate a commitment to Catholic education. For further information please read the document here
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged with open days being held on Tuesday 28th and Thursday 30th January 2025 between 9:30am and 2:30pm.
Please contact the school office on 01827 214000 to book your visit.
Closing Date: 28th February 2025 at 12 noon
Interview Dates: 13th and 14th March 2025
The full application pack, including the required Catholic Education Service application form and supplementary forms is available by emailing lynsey@insighthrltd.co.uk
This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.
L14 £68,586 - L20 £79,475
Full Time, Permanent
Start date: Required from September 2025
Apply by 28/02/2025, 12:00


