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St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy

St. Helens

Learning Support Assistant

This This small friendly and inclusive Catholic Academy is seeking to appoint to the role of Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant. You will join a dedicated, hardworking and friendly team, who strive to provide the very best for our students. Previous experience of working within a school environment would be an advantage, a genuine interest in working amongst young people is essential. Experience of being involved in the teaching and support of phonics would be an advantage. Level of pay within the range will be determined by level of experience and qualifications. • A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further Completed CES application forms and associated documents should be returned by the closing date emailto: Mrs Christine Banks at We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate pre-employment checks which will include references from previous employers, confirmation of the right to work in the UK and relevant DBS and prohibition checks.

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy

St. Helens

Teacher of Art

Teacher of Art and Design - Required for 1st September 2026Governors seek to appoint an excellent classroom practitioner who is dedicated to setting high expectations and achieving the highest standards for all. The successful candidate will be required to teach Art and Design across the age and ability range. They will be expected to contribute to the existing good practice of the department and to be part of the school’s journey to being a great school by improving progress and attainment for all. There is a possibility to offer the role as 0.8 if that would be beneficial to candidates. If you are looking for a rewarding career with students who will respond positively to creative and engaging learning opportunities, then we would like to hear from you. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Completed application forms should be returned to and marked for the attention of Mrs G Lynch, Headteacher.

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy

St. Helens

Cover Superviser

The Governors of this popular, co-educational 11-16 school wish to appoint an experienced Cover Supervisor to cover classes in all subject areas throughout the age and ability range. This would be a good opportunity for graduates or teaching assistants who are looking to gain experience in a secondary school to progress their career. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced disclosure certificate. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Completed application forms should be sent to marked for the attention of Mrs G Lynch, Headteacher.

St Patrick's Catholic College, A Voluntary Catholic Academy

Deputy Headteacher

Job overview

Deputy Headteacher

Stockton-on-Tees, Teesside

Start date: September 2025

Salary: L15 - L19 (£70,293 - £77,552)

Contract term: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

St Patrick’s Catholic College is looking for an inspirational and highly effective Practising Catholic to join our very successful team of staff as Deputy Headteacher. We offer the opportunity to work in a high quality, vibrant and caring environment where we share a rich vision for our pupils and for the communities in which we work.

St Patrick’s Catholic College is a vibrant school that is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 38 schools, and two Sixth Form Colleges. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, NPCAT is now one of the largest multi-academy Trusts in the UK.

St Patrick’s is at the heart of the local community in Thornaby, delivering a curriculum that prepares our pupils for the opportunities and challenges of their adult life.

The school is committed to striving for excellence in all aspects of school life and nurturing links with the parish and wider community. Induction and on-going professional development from within the Trust provides our teachers and leaders with great opportunities for development and progression.

The Deputy Headteacher role is integral to the day to day leadership of the school and we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic candidate who will join the team to build on the continued success we have achieved. The school is central to the local community and we pride ourselves on the warm and welcoming environment we have created, supporting our pupils, families and parish in our commitment to Catholic education.

We offer:

A Christ-centred school with supportive staff, parents and governors;
A school which exhibits high standards in all areas of pupil achievement supported by a strong Catholic ethos, with gospel values at its heart, which permeates all aspects of school life;
A dedicated, talented and professional team who are highly committed to improving outcomes;
Friendly, hardworking pupils who enjoy learning and achieving success;
An inclusive school with a warm, nurturing Christian ethos through our close partnership with families, the parish and wider community;
Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development
The opportunity to work with and learn from other establishments in the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust.

We are looking for a strong, dynamic and inspirational leader who:

Has a commitment to Catholic education and would play an active role in the community of St Patrick’s Catholic College;
Promotes high expectations and will help our children to thrive in a culture that builds resilience and instil a sense of pride in what they achieve;
Is an outstanding classroom practitioner who motivates and inspires children and staff;
Makes a positive contribution to the vision and leadership of the school, helping to shape the school’s future and ensure that all stakeholders are enabled to contribute effectively the the progress and development of the school;
Is creative, forward thinking and has proven experience in leading and managing areas of school development;
Is an excellent communicator, with good interpersonal and organisational skills, able to confidently deputise for the Headteacher;
Can form a strong partnership with the leadership of the school and other leaders within the Trust.

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St Patrick's Catholic College, A Voluntary Catholic Academy

Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 9DE