The Federation of Mary Immaculate and St. Teilo’s Catholic Primary Schools

Haverfordwest

The Federation of Mary Immaculate and St. Teilo’s Catholic Primary SchoolsSecondment opportunity for Acting Executive HeadteacherISR L15 – L21 Start date: September 2025 (Secondment for two years)Applicants should ensure a ‘decision in principle’ is in place with their substantive Governing Body prior to application. Working in partnership with the Diocese of Menevia and Pembrokeshire County Council, the governing body of this new federation of Catholic primary schools is looking to appoint an outstanding leader as acting executive headteacher. The governing body would welcome applications from existing headteachers and deputy headteachers. 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. The schools Mary Immaculate Catholic Primary (NOR 202) 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 81) is situated in the picturesque seaside town of Tenby and has a “clear vision and values every pupil as an individual” (ESTYN 2018). The successful candidateYou will be 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 have the credibility to motivate, inspire and challenge others.a personal commitment to Catholic education and to the spiritual development of the pupils,a clear vision for educational excellence and a passion for improving pupils’ outcomes,an innovative, strategic vision for school effectiveness, inclusion and wellbeing; and the influence of these on pupil outcomesan excellent communicator who can engage effectively with children, parents, staff and governors.the ability to build on existing relationships and develop new ones within the schools, diocese, local authority and wider parish communities,the ability to identify strengths and weaknesses, using them to further develop the potential of pupils and staff.the ability to inspire, motivate and enthuse both pupils and staff,high expectations to ensure that pupils are motivated, inspired and challenged to achieve their full potential. 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 Catholic Education Service. Please send the completed form to:Damon McGarvie, School Improvement Advisor, mcgarvied@hwbmail.net 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, patrickmansfield@hotmail.co.uk Closing date: 20.03.2025Shortlisting: 21.03.2025Interviews:  7+8/04/2025 

St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre

Gloucester

Senior Vice Principal/Deputy Headteacher(Personal Development)Leadership Range L23-L25: £85,529pa - £89,829pa (ISR includes 5 increments)Start date: 1st September 2025St Peter’s RC Catholic High School & Sixth Form Centre is a mixed 11 - 18 school for approximately 1500 pupils. Our mission is to provide a rigorous and broad education within a Catholic environment. An understanding of the Roman Catholic faith, in line with the Gospel message, underpins the whole work of the school. Our main aim is to develop the self-esteem, dignity and respect of all members of our school community, concentrating on each person’s infinite worth in the eyes of God. Our Christian ethos providing a safe and happy learning environment.Our staff are very important to us and the welfare of teachers and support staff is paramount in our planning. We place wellbeing at the centre of our decision-making so that teachers are happy to come to work and feel supported in their role.Due to the retirement of the post holder, the Governors are seeking to appoint an exceptional, energetic and ambitious Senior Vice Principal to join our well-established School Leadership Team. In a role of critical importance to the development of excellent teaching and learning that will secure good outcomes for all our students, you will work with members of the SLT under the direction of the Principal and be responsible for Personal Development, Inclusion and Data throughout St Peter’s.You will be responsible for:• Raising standards and achievement through the securing of better than expected outcomes for vulnerable students• Raising standards and achievement through securing high engagement with Personal Development across the school• Evaluating the impact of Personal Development through the monitoring of students conduct• Monitoring progress of vulnerable students• Providing assessment data to inform strategic decisions• Providing a strategic lead for ICT• To further develop equality, diversity and inclusion across the school• To further develop spiritual, moral, cultural and social educationWe welcome applications from talented and experienced leaders. You will be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and have the ability to inspire and motivate both students and peers. As an outstanding teacher and leader with demonstrable leadership experience, you will make a significant contribution to the leadership and success of our school. The role requires strategic thinking, excellent communication skills and an ability to lead and motivate staff and students. Applicants for this reserved post must be practising Roman Catholics.You will have:• Experience in the effective management of a high-performing team• Experience in the sustained delivery of the Plan, Do, Review model• A proven track record in leadership• Relevant skills to raise standards• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Experience in improving outcomes for vulnerable young people• Experience in the line management of teams and the ability to manage projects from inception to completion whilst maintaining good communication with stakeholdersAs a member of the SLT, you will take a leading role in supporting the governors and other leaders to sustain and develop the school’s ethos to provide a rigorous and broad education within the context of a Catholic environment. You will play a full part in the life of the school community, support its aims and ethos and encourage other staff and students to follow this example.Please read further documents for further details about the role including the job description and person specification.Closing date: Wednesday, 5th March 2025 at middayDay 1: Tuesday, 1st AprilDay 2: Wednesday, 2nd April (for shortlisted candidates following day 1) Safeguarding StatementSt Peter’s RC High School and Sixth Form is committed to equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre

Gloucester

Senior Vice Principal/Deputy Headteacher(Behaviour and Attitudes)Leadership Range L23-L25: £85,529 - £89,829 pa (ISR includes 5 increments)St Peter’s RC Catholic High School & Sixth Form Centre is a mixed 11 - 18 school for approximately 1500 pupils. Our mission is to provide a rigorous and broad education within a Catholic environment. An understanding of the Roman Catholic faith, in line with the Gospel message, underpins the whole work of the school. Our main aim is to develop the self-esteem, dignity and respect of all members of our school community, concentrating on each person’s infinite worth in the eyes of God. Our Christian ethos providing a safe and happy learning environment.Our staff are very important to us and the welfare of teachers and support staff is paramount in our planning. We place wellbeing at the centre of our decision-making so that teachers are happy to come to work and feel supported in their role.Due to the retirement of the post holder, the Governors are seeking to appoint an exceptional, energetic and ambitious Senior Vice Principal to join our well-established School Leadership Team. In a role of critical importance to the development of excellent teaching and learning that will secure good outcomes for all our students, you will work with members of the SLT under the direction of the Principal and be responsible for Behaviour and Attitudes throughout St Peter’s.You will be responsible for:• Raising standards and achievement through the securing of excellent student conduct and attendance• Monitoring student conduct and evaluating behaviour and attitudes• Monitoring student progress• School evaluation, including liaison with pastoral leaders and others, and the development of the school self-evaluation documentWe welcome applications from talented and experienced leaders. You will be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and have the ability to inspire and motivate both students and peers. As an outstanding teacher and leader with demonstrable leadership experience, you will make a significant contribution to the leadership and success of our school. The role requires strategic thinking, excellent communication skills and an ability to lead and motivate staff and students. Applicants for this reserved post must be practising Roman Catholics.You will have:• Experience in the effective management of a high-performing pastoral team• Experience in the sustained delivery of outstanding pastoral care• A proven track record in leadership• Relevant skills to raise standards• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Experience in improving pastoral care, with the ability to identify pastoral priorities and build a strategy for sustained improvement• Experience in the line management of teams• Experience of liaising with outside agenciesAs a member of the SLT, you will take a leading role in supporting the governors and other leaders to sustain and develop the school’s ethos to provide a rigorous and broad education within the context of a Catholic environment. You will play a full part in the life of the school community, support its aims and ethos and encourage other staff and students to follow this example.As a member of the SLT, you will take a leading role in supporting the governors and other leaders to sustain and develop the school’s ethos to provide a rigorous and broad education within the context of a Catholic environment. You will play a full part in the life of the school community, support its aims and ethos and encourage other staff and students to follow this example.Please read further documents for further details about the role including the job description and person specification.Closing date: Wednesday, 5th March 2025 at middayDay 1: Tuesday, 1st AprilDay 2: Wednesday, 2nd April (for shortlisted candidates following day 1) Safeguarding StatementSt Peter’s RC High School and Sixth Form is committed to equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.