Recent Vacancies

St Damian's RC Science College
Ashton-under-Lyne
Headteacher
St Damian’s RC Science College is a highly regarded and heavily oversubscribed Catholic school, where the safety, wellbeing and dignity of every child are paramount. We are deeply committed to creating a culture in which pupils feel safe, valued and able to flourish academically, spiritually and emotionally. The Governors are seeking to appoint an inspirational, strategic and values driven Headteacher to lead the College into its next phase of excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who, builds upon strong foundations and continues to secure excellent outcomes for all pupils and places safeguarding at the heart of school life. The successful candidate will be a practicing Catholic and passionately committed to exceptional teaching and learning, able to inspire pupils of all abilities and fully supportive of the Catholic ethos of the College. They will work closely with an experienced and dedicated leadership team to ensure that St Damian’s continues to be a highly successful Catholic school, where high expectations combined with excellent pastoral care. At St Damian’s, safeguarding is integral to our work and underpins all that we do. Our pupils thrive because they are known, heard and protected, and leaders are vigilant in ensuring robust safeguarding systems, a strong commitment to continuous learning and a culture of care. The Headteacher will lead by example, ensuring that safeguarding remains a shared responsibility and a lived value across the whole school community. Located on the Tameside and Oldham border, St Damian’s is widely recognised for the quality of care it provides for pupils and the professional development opportunities afforded to colleagues. Staff wellbeing is a priority, with a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration and support. Prospective applicants are welcome to contact Angela Ogden 0161 330 5974 to arrange a visit to learn more about the role and our community. St Damian’s Roman Catholic Science College is wholly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is a fundamental priority, embedded within leadership practice, governance oversight and daily school life. All staff and leaders are expected to share this commitment and to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct. Any appointment will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and other pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance. On-line checks will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.

Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
London
SENDco
Do you have a passion for improving the educational opportunities of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? The Governors of our 2 form-entry school wish to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic SENDCO who shows relentless dedication to school improvement. Come and visit our School (virtually or in person) to see a fully resourced modern learning environment where children and staff thrive under a dynamic and caring staff and leadership team. Interviews: The school may interview and offer on receipt of an application before the closing date. Our Lady & St Joseph Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children (including those in the EYFS) and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protections screening including checks with past employers and a DBS check Please send all completed application forms to - stating in the subject line the start date of the position you are applying for.

Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
London
Assistant Headteacher – Inclusion & SEND
Our Lady & St Joseph Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspirational Assistant Headteacher – Inclusion & SEND - to join our senior leadership team from September 2026. You will lead the strategic development of high‑quality, inclusive provision for pupils with SEND and those who are disadvantaged, ensuring that every child flourishes academically, spiritually and personally. We are a welcoming and inclusive Catholic primary school in the heart of Tower Hamlets, with a strong Catholic ethos and a diverse, vibrant school community. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader, with the NASENCO qualification (or a willingness to undertake it), a proven record of impact in raising standards, and a passion for inclusive education. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner who can lead, motivate and inspire staff, work effectively with external partners and confidently lead Inclusion in Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School. In return, we offer happy and enthusiastic pupils, a dedicated and supportive staff team, strong support from governors and parents, and a firm commitment to your professional development and leadership growth. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange an informal discussion or tour with the Executive Headteacher Please send all completed application forms to - stating in the subject line the start date of the position you are applying for

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


