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St Damian's RC Science College

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

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

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 Anne's Catholic Primary School

St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Deputy Headteacher

Job overview

Deputy Headteacher

London

Start date: Required from September 2025 or sooner

Salary: Leadership scale Point 10 – 14 Fulltime with 0.2 teaching commitment

Contract term: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role

ST ANNE’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL

6 Durham Street London SE11 5JA

www.st-annes.lambeth.sch.uk

Deputy Headteacher

‘St Anne’s is a warm and welcoming school with an exceptional Catholic ethos’

We are a happy school where children learn and play together within our Catholic community we offer a supportive environment and a school ethos which stands out in our values The children, staff and governors wish to appoint an innovative, caring and passionate Deputy Headteacher to join the St. Anne’s Catholic Primary School from September 2025 (or sooner).

Salary: Leadership scale Point 10 – 14 Fulltime with 0.2 teaching commitment

We are looking for an exceptional teacher and a dynamic leader who will bring enthusiasm, creativity and inspiration to support the Headteacher on the schools learning journey.

  • Our ideal candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a commitment towards collaborative leadership
  • Can demonstrate excellent classroom practice with high expectations for all children
  • An inspiring Deputy Headteacher to help drive forward and further shape our vision for the school’s future developments as part of the Senior leadership team to help the school meet and exceed its objectives
  • Can inspire, support and lead in partnership with our children, staff, parents and governors
  • An ability to lead and develop outstanding teaching and learning having the knowledge and expertise to ensure that progress, attainment and achievement are maximised
  • Is an excellent communicator with good management skills who can develop and work positively and professionally with our staff team
  • Is a practicing Catholic, with a clear vision and strong commitment to Catholic Education
  • Is hard-working, well organised and highly motivated
  • It is our vision that every child is happy, caring and responsible to develop a lifelong passion for learning so that they maximise their potential for learning

The successful applicant will be welcomed into our school, with its wonderful pupils in a diverse and inclusive community.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged to arrange please contact the School Business Manager sbm@st-annes.lambeth.sch.uk

Completed application forms and letter of application should be emailed to the Headteacher headteacher@st-annes.lambeth.sch.uk

St Anne’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service - further information about the disclosure can be found at www.gov.uk/dbs.

Closing date for applications: Friday 07th March 2025 at noon

Short Listing: W/C 10th March 2025

Interviews: W/C 17th March 2025

(St Anne’s school is not in the congestion zone parking available)

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Leadership scale Point 10 – 14 Fulltime with 0.2 teaching commitment

Full Time, Permanent

Start date: Required from September 2025 or sooner

Apply by 07/03/2025, 12:00