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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

Bishop Challoner Catholic College
Teacher of Geography – Fixed Term Contract
Job overview
Teacher
Birmingham, West Midlands
Start date: 28/04/2025 or 01/09/2025
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract term: Maternity Cover, Temporary, Full Time
About the Role
Teacher of Geography – Fixed Term Contract (One-year maternity cover)
Required for April 2025 or September 2025
Full-Time
Salary: MPS/UPS
NOR 1,253 including 252 in Sixth Form
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a very successful and forward-thinking Geography Department within a high-performing school. In 2024, 69% of our students achieved a grade 4 or above in GCSE, with 27% securing grade 7 or above. At A Level, there was a 100% pass rate, with 42% of students achieving grades A* - B.
Applicants will have had experience of teaching Geography across the ability range at KS3 and KS4 and must be passionate, well organised and hardworking, with high expectations of students and colleagues. Successful candidates will be given the opportunity to develop teaching resources and other assessment materials. ECTs are welcome to apply. A TLR allowance may be available for a suitable candidate.
Bishop Challoner Catholic College is a highly successful, heavily over-subscribed mixed 11-19 Catholic comprehensive school in the South of Birmingham. We were designated one of the first 100 Teaching Schools in the country and we are also a lead school for the Central Maths Hub and the Schools Sports Partnership. The school has recently been designated as a Microsoft Showcase School in recognition of its excellence in innovation and the effective use of technology. In September 2024, we launched our SCITT which recruits and trains the next generation of inspirational teachers. This is a measure of the high achievements of the school and its excellence in training and developing staff.
Bishop Challoner Catholic College provides a clear and structured professional growth model for teachers. We currently offer the Best Practice Network training programme for ECTs, supplemented by carefully designed in-school training. All teachers take part in a choice of CPD Pathways which run throughout the year, led by Lead Teachers to develop understanding of research and practice in an area of your choice. Our Performance Management process is characterised by a focus on Professional Growth, using the process to identify and map out a long-term career plan, so you can be confident that you are getting the support to develop professionally in a way that supports your personal goals.
We provide a first class INSET programme at Bishop Challoner Catholic College, which supports the professional development of teachers at all stages in their careers. All teachers have access to professional shadowing opportunities, coaching, innovations CPD and are encouraged to take up CPD opportunities through our designations. This might include training through our Maths Hub or to complete an NPQ with our Training School.
Bishop Challoner Catholic College is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It has policies and procedures to ensure that this occurs. All short-listed applicants will be subject to an online search (Safer Recruitment Guidelines). The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. We value and respect every individual’s unique contribution and we celebrate diversity. Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
Closing date for applications is 12pm, Monday, 24th February 2025.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 26th February 2025.
Contact recruitment@bishopchalloner.bham.sch.uk for more details or to discuss your application.
MPS/UPS
Maternity Cover, Temporary, Full Time
Start date: 28/04/2025 or 01/09/2025
Apply by 24/02/2025, 12:00
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