St Robert's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Harrogate

HeadteacherClosing date: Monday 26 January 2026 – 12:00 noonSalary: L12 - L18 (£67,898 - £78,702)Location: Harrogate, North YorkshireContract type: Full timeContract term: PermanentStart date: September 2026The Directors and Governors are looking to appoint a permanent Headteacher from September 2026 due to the retirement of the current Headteacher.  We are looking for an inspirational leader who will ensure that St. Robert’s continues to provide broad and rich learning experiences for our students that are rooted in Gospel values. This role is suitable for someone who is excited about leading our school through the next stage of development, with the aim of providing an Outstanding Education for all pupils.  Applications from new and experienced school leaders who are practising Catholics with proven management skills and a clear vision for Catholic Education are welcome. We are seeking a Headteacher who will:Inspire, challenge and motivate staff to maintain and develop powerful teaching and learning;Bring experience of focussed, successful and sustained school improvement;Work closely with our Academy Council in the assessment, monitoring and evaluation of pupils’ progress, attainment and wellbeing;Be a committed member of the Senior Leadership Team of our Trust; and,Work collaboratively with the Trust team, as well as local and Diocesan heads, to ensure high standards of attainment, and to sustain and develop the school’s Catholic Ethos.We can offer you a great deal. There are plenty of things in place already. These include: Children with a thirst for knowledge who are eager to learn; Parents who are keen to support their children’s learning; A nurturing, caring staff who are focussed on school improvement, who thrive under clear direction, critical friendship and support; Governors who understand the importance of their role and who are actively working to help make the school the best it can be; A thriving Parish Community who are eager to be involved with the life of the school; andThe opportunity to develop leadership across the Trust and the wider communityAs part of the Bishop Wheeler Trust, you will be joining a successful and dedicated group of senior leaders who work collaboratively across all our schools within the Diocese of Leeds. Each school is also part of local and Diocesan partnerships. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please arrange to do so by emailing the school office at admin@st-roberts.n-yorks.sch.uk.  Further details including a job description, person specification and how to apply are available via the Trust website https://www.bishopwheelercatholicacademytrust.org/Trust-Academy- Vacancies/ The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy for applications or withdraw the vacancy at any time at its absolute discretion. Closing date: Monday 26 January 2026 – 12:00 noon          Interview date: Tuesday 10 February 2026St. Robert’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all our children and young people and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. In line with KCSiE 2025, we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any matters that are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview.  

St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Birkenhead

Deputy HeadteacherFull TimePermanentSalary: L8-L12 £61,534- £67,8982-11 (NOR 242 currently)Due to our Deputy Headteacher being successfully appointed as a Headteacher at another school, the governors and Headteacher at St Anne’s Catholic Primary School seek to appoint an inspirational, ambitious and innovative Deputy Head teacher.St Anne’s is a successful, inclusive, one form entry school with children ranging from age two to eleven years old.At St Anne’s we value every member of our school community and we provide a therapeutic and nurturing learning environment where all our children can grow, learn and love in a safe and secure way. Christ is our role model and we use Him as our inspiration as we journey through the school.All children are encouraged to go beyond what is possible; to think for themselves, to apply their acquired knowledge and skills, to improve and to transform, to be their best self. Our children persevere through every challenge and live lives full of faith, love, hope, and ambition.We provide an exciting, experience-rich, high challenge curriculum which enables our pupils to learn and grow academically, personally and spiritually. Our pupils love school, love learning and aspire to achieve great things - ‘being their best selves’The governors at St Anne’s Catholic Primary School seek a Deputy Headteacher who:Is a practising Catholic, who is able to continue to maintain and further develop the Catholic life and mission of our schoolIs an excellent classroom practitioner who has a proven ability to enable all pupils to excelIs knowledgeable in curriculum development and has an outstanding understanding of the requirements of the National Curriculum and a strong pedagogy across the age rangesHas strong leadership skills and a proven track record of school improvement by leading staff through successful, sustained whole school initiativesIs a supportive leader who has a proven record of motivating and inspiring staff to develop and improve their own practiceHas high expectations for all and is highly professionalShows initiative and is self-motivatedReads broadly and keeps up to date with educational developments, reforms, policies and initiatives                                                                                                                                                               At St Anne’s Catholic Primary School we can offer the successful candidate:The experience of working in an outstanding Catholic Primary school, committed to shared Christian valuesA warm, welcoming and inclusive environmentKind, caring and engaging childrenA dedicated and supportive Governing BodyOngoing CPD opportunitiesThis post offers a superb opportunity to be part of a hardworking team, judged as 'good' in all areas in a recent Ofsted inspection (March 2025) and ‘outstanding’ by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate (2022). The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff.St Anne’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students.  All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines.  This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure. This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics (see guidance document).Visits prior to application are strongly recommended. Please arrange by emailing businessmanager@stannes.wirral.sch.ukClosing Date: Friday 30th January 2026 at 12 noonShortlisting: Monday 2nd February 2026Assembly, Interview and Task: Monday 9th February 2026Please request application packs from Mrs S Coastbusinessmanager@stannes.wirral.sch.ukCompleted applications can be returned to this email address also.

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood

HEAD OF PEMPS/UPS + TLR2B (Fringe)Full Time Required for April or September 2026 Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an outstanding and ambitious teacher to lead our successful Physical Education department. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a happy, high-performing school that places genuine value on staff development and student achievement.We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of PE to take on the role of Head of PE. The successful candidate will have the expertise to teach PE up to GCSE and post-16, and the ability to teach an additional subject would be an advantage. You will lead a committed and passionate department that strives for excellence in both curricular and extracurricular PE.Located in the vibrant town of Brentwood, our oversubscribed girls’ Catholic school, with a co-educational Sixth Form, is renowned for its academic success and strong sense of community. As a high-achieving comprehensive school, we are proud of our motivated students and our friendly, collaborative staff team who embrace innovation and continuous improvement.This is a permanent position offering excellent opportunities for career progression. At Brentwood Ursuline, we are deeply committed to professional growth, supported by a comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development programme designed to help all staff thrive.Why join Brentwood Ursuline?Outstanding results: Consistently among the highest-achieving schools in Essex (2025)Supportive culture: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and a strong wellbeing focusPrime location: Easy access from London and Essex via the A12 and M25, with the Elizabeth Line within walking distanceIf you are passionate about inspiring young people and wish to work in a school that values excellence, wellbeing and community, we would be delighted to hear from you.Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. Please contact Miranda Freeman via email to mfreeman@buchs.co.uk or access the Apply button on Essex School Jobs online.Closing Date: Sunday 1st February 2026Please note: applications will be considered as and when received; we do not offer visa sponsorship.Interviews: As soon as can be arranged