The Federation of St Anne’s and St Martin’s Catholic Primary Schools

Reading

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

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 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