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The Federation of St Anne’s and St Martin’s Catholic Primary Schools
Reading
Head of School - St. Martin’s Catholic Primary School
Head of School - St. Martin’s Catholic Primary SchoolLocation: St. Martin’s Catholic Primary School Salary: Leadership Scale 2- 8 (dependent on experience) (£51,027 - £59,167) Contract Type: Full-time Start Date: January 2026 (or earlier) Closing Date: 25th June 2025 (applications also considered on receipt)St. Martin’s Catholic Primary School is looking for an experienced, dedicated, and inspiring individual to join our team as Head of School. This is a full-time role that includes a 0.4 classroom teaching commitment, which involves providing day-to-day leadership of the school and play a central role in shaping its strategic direction, spiritual life, and academic success.We are a welcoming and inclusive Catholic school where children are at the heart of everything we do. As part of a Federation, we benefit from shared expertise while maintaining our individual identity and strong community spirit.The RoleAs Head of School, you will be responsible for the daily running of the school. You will work closely with the Executive Headteacher to lead and support staff, ensure high standards in teaching and learning, and maintain the Catholic life and mission of the school. You will play a key role in school improvement and provide strategic leadership in all areas, including curriculum development, assessment, staff performance, and pastoral care.You will also act as a key point of contact for parents, governors, the Diocese, and external partners. This is a role for someone who wants to make a long-lasting impact on children’s education and wellbeing.Main Responsibilities• Support the Catholic ethos and values of the school in all aspects of school life.• Lead the day-to-day operations of the school, ensuring a safe, supportive, and high-quality learning environment.• Work with the Executive Headteacher on school improvement planning and whole-school strategy.• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning and support staff through coaching, mentoring, and professional development.• Manage staff performance and lead by example as an excellent classroom practitioner.• Develop strong relationships with pupils, parents, staff, governors, and the wider community.• Oversee behaviour, pastoral support, and the personal development of pupils.The Ideal Candidate• Is a practising Catholic with a strong commitment to the values of Catholic education.• Has proven leadership experience in a primary school setting.• Is an excellent teacher with a track record of improving outcomes for pupils.• Can lead, inspire, and support staff to achieve the highest standards.• Has strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.What We Offer• A friendly and supportive school community with a strong Catholic ethos.• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning.• A committed staff team and supportive Governing Body.• Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.• A chance to make a lasting difference in a leadership role.To request an application pack please contact the School Office on 0118 937 5537 or by email to bursar@st-annes.reading.sch.uk. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.To apply, please complete the application pack and return to: bursar@st-annes.reading.sch.ukClosing Date: 9am Wednesday 25th June 2025Shortlisting Date: Wednesday 25th June 2025Interview: Monday 30th June 2025St. Martin’s is committed to safeguarding children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

St Mary's Catholic Primary School
London
Class Teacher - KS1
The Governors of this happy and successful school wish to appoint an experienced, highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher to join a very dedicated, friendly and supportive team.The Successful candidate will:· Be committed to our Catholic ethos· Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour· Is a talented, dedicated and highly motivated teacher;· can demonstrate teaching at an excellent standard to gain the best outcomes;· Is a positive team player with a good sense of humour;· is committed to raising attainment and accelerating progress;· has secure and effective practice in early reading and writing;· is creative and passionate about engaging and enthusing children to learn;· has a can- do attitude that impacts on the quality of education, pupils’ outcomes and the life of the school as a whole· Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a dedicated teamWe can offer you:· Pupils with excellent behaviour for learning, who are motivated and excited by their learning· Experienced, supportive staff who are passionate about children’s learning and are committed to a spirit of collaboration.· A supportive family atmosphere which promotes our strong Catholic ethos· Very supportive governors and parents· Excellent opportunities for CPDVisits to the school are encouraged by appointment. To arrange a visit or to obtain an application pack, please contact the school office on 020 76037717 or email sbm@stmarysrc.lbhf.sch.uk St Mary’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and our staff share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for successful appointees in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Educational legislation.Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd June 2025 9amInterviews: Thursday 26th June 2025

St Mary's Catholic Primary School
London
Unqualified Teacher - KS2
UNQUALIFIED CLASS TEACHERStarting Salary £27,252 per annumTo start in September 2025The governors are looking to appoint an experienced, hard-working, motivated and inspirational unqualified teacher to join our dedicated and dynamic team.If you are passionate about teaching and learning and want to join our school and move towards qualified teacher status then we would love to hear from you.We are looking for someone who:· Is a practising Catholic or willing to support the Catholic ethos of our school· Is an outstanding practitioner, or who wishes to develop outstanding practice· Has an understanding of the National Curriculum and Development Matters· Has a love of learning and high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour· Has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills· Is a strong team player who will work in partnership with staff, governors, parents and the wider communityWe can offer:· A warm and welcoming school and parish community· Enthusiastic pupils who are eager and ready to learn· A highly motivated and supportive staff team· An excellent programme of Continuing Professional Development to support you in acquiring QTS· Enthusiastic and supportive parents· Committed Governors who support all aspects of the schoolVisits to the school are encouraged by appointment. To arrange a visit or to obtain an application pack, please contact the school office on 0207 603 7717 or email sbm@stmarysrc.lbhf.sch.ukThe school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check and a range of other recruitment checks.Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd June 2025 9amInterviews: Thursday 26th June 2025

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden
School Business Manager
Job overview
Business Manager
Saffron Walden, Essex
Start date: Required from April 2025 (or sooner)
Salary: Scale point 16 - 24 £29,572 - £34,313 (FTE)
Contract term: Permanent, Part Time
About the Role
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
South Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3DW
Diocese of Brentwood
School Business Manager
28 hours p/w, term-time only (plus 3 weeks of school holidays)
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School is seeking an experienced and dedicated School Business Manager to join our thriving school community. This is a key leadership role, ensuring the effective management of school operations and resources.
About Us
We are a caring and friendly Catholic school where our ethos is at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to provide an educational experience that nurtures the spiritual, social, and academic development of each child while fostering respect for one another and the wider world.
We were recently named the top primary school in East Anglia in The Times Parent Power Guide 2025.
Key Responsibilities
As School Business Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the school's financial, administrative, and operational functions, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Financial Management – Budget planning, monitoring, and financial accounting and reporting in line with Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) requirements.
- Human Resources – Ensure recruitment processes and any contractual matters are effectively managed, staff contracts, payroll, and professional development, including maintenance of the Single Central Record.
- Governance & Compliance – Supporting the Headteacher and Governing Body, including but not limited to implementing policies, safeguarding measures, and GDPR compliance.
- Strategic Planning – Contributing to the school's long-term development and operational efficiency.
- Office Management – To be responsible for the management of the administrative support function, including performance management of the office team.
Person Specification
We are looking for a highly motivated and proactive individual with the following:
- Experience in finance, personnel, or administrative management.
- A strong background in financial management, budgeting, and payroll.
- Experience leading and motivating teams, with excellent organisational skills.
- High levels of literacy, numeracy, and ICT competency.
- Knowledge of school funding, HR policies, and compliance requirements (desirable).
- A commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and the welfare of children.
What We Offer
- A supportive and ambitious Senior Leadership Team.
- Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils and a dedicated staff team.
- Strong partnerships with governors, parents, and external agencies.
- Excellent professional development opportunities.
- An Ofsted rating of GOOD (September 2023) and an OUTSTANDING Catholic School Inspection (December 2018).
- Competitive salary.
Application Process
We warmly invite prospective applicants to visit our school. To apply, please complete the CES application form, and return it to Elaine McNally (Head Teacher) at head@stmsw.co.uk.
- Closing date: 11.59pm on Sunday, 16 March 2025
- Shortlisting: Thursday, 20 March 2025
- Interviews: W/C 24 March 2025 (TBC)
Please note: We do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.
Safeguarding Statement
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All recruitment practices reflect this. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks, including references. Electronic applications must be signed before attending an interview.
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden
Saffron Walden, CB11 3DW
View in Google MapsScale point 16 - 24 £29,572 - £34,313 (FTE)
Permanent, Part Time
Start date: Required from April 2025 (or sooner)
Apply by 16/03/2025, 00:00