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Holy Trinity Catholic School

Holy Trinity Catholic School

Birmingham

Headteacher

We are looking for an innovative and ambitious Headteacher to lead Holy Trinity Catholic School in its next chapter of growth and success. Holy Trinity Catholic School seeks to serve young people from both the Catholic and the local community, welcoming all those who embrace its values and share its quest for excellence. In a Section 48 inspection January 2020, Holy Trinity was rated as an ‘Outstanding’ school. We are very proud of this achievement; our Catholic faith underpins everything we do as a school community.Holy Trinity Catholic School is a mixed Secondary School (ages 11-16)  located in the Small Heath area of Birmingham. The school is named after the Trinity, the Christian doctrine that defines God as the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Holy Trinity is a founder partner in the St Teresa of Calcutta Multi-Academy Catholic Company and is proud to be a part of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Birmingham.Holy Trinity Catholic School also welcomes pupils from a wide range of other Christian and other faith communities. Within our highly inclusive community, we fully embrace pupils and families not affiliated with any religion.The Directors wish to appoint an inspiring leader to lead our school who will demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills whilst nurturing the very positive school ethos and building on the solid foundations of success.The successful applicant will:Be a practising Catholic with a vision for Catholic education in a multi-cultural setting.Have a record of appropriate management success and proven leadership skills.Have experience and success in sustaining and raising standards within the school setting and enabling further educational opportunities for students.Be inspirational in leading a loyal team of committed, hardworking and talented teachers and support staff.Be innovative in the use of resources and personnel to ensure efficiency and maximum levels of productivity.Continue to support and enhance our strong partnership between home, schools, parishes and the wider community.Embrace working within a MAC family of schools.To find out more and register your interest for the role, please visit www.joinstocmac.co.ukIf you have any questions or queries about the role, please do not hesitate to get in touch by contacting Satis Education on 01744 634654 or email admin@satiseducation.co.uk The closing date for the application is: Friday 19th September 2025 at 9:00 amShortlisting: Friday 19th September 2025Interviews will be held: Friday 26th September 2025 St Teresa of Calcutta Multi Academy Company is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. An enhanced disclosure from the DBS will be required for all roles. All candidates will also be subject to an online search for information about you as part of our due diligence and commitment to safeguarding.

All Saints Catholic College

All Saints Catholic College

Huddersfield

Teacher of RE

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and inspirational in the classroom, having the qualities to motivate and inspire our students, and bring out the best in them.You will teach both at KS3 and KS4.You will have strong classroom management skills, excellent subject knowledge and the ability to achieve the best possible outcomes for our students.The ability to monitor and track the progress of students through data is essential, as is the ability to work effectively as part of the RE team.This is a fantastic opportunity to join our College. In turn, we are looking for a candidate committed to playing a part in transforming the lives of our young people.What we can offer you:At All Saints Catholic College, we aim to create a happy workplace culture through promoting a healthy work/life balance. We do that by providing a package of flexible employee benefits, including:An attractive pension scheme for both Teaching and Support staff.A high-quality wellbeing package including medical cover, counselling, physiotherapy, fast track medical cover, care service and a 24 hour GP-helpline.Care First Advice - a 24/7 information and counselling service.We are part of the Cycle to Work scheme. Tax free bikes and safety equipment can be payable by payroll deduction through a partnership with Cyclescheme.Free parkingApplications are invited from enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals who are able to work as part of the whole staff team, and who will support and uphold the Catholic ethos and practices of the school.All Saints is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all workers, volunteers and employees to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including online searches and a satisfactory Enhanced Criminal Record with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children (where the role involves this type of regulated activity).A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

St Cuthberts RC High School

St Cuthberts RC High School

Rochdale

Headteacher

Post Title: HeadteacherResponsible to: Chief Performance OfficerLocation: St Cuthbert’s RC High SchoolSalary:  L29 – L35 (a) £99,067 -£113,624Term of Contract: PermanentHours per week: 32.5Start date: ASAPClosing date: 18/09/2025 St Cuthbert’s RC High School are currently seeking a Headteacher. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trustSt Cuthbert’s RC High School is a large and vibrant Catholic secondary school serving the community of Rochdale. The school sits at the heart of its parish, drawing strength from its Catholic mission and Gospel values to guide its work. It is a diverse community, proud of its inclusive ethos and commitment to ensuring that every young person feels valued. In November 2023, St Cuthbert’s became part of the St Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust (STOCCAT), joining a growing family of schools across the Diocese of Salford. In doing so, it has strengthened its links with the wider Trust while continuing to serve its local community with pride.In a STOCCAT secondary school, the Headteacher is a Catholic mission leader responsible for driving school improvement, safeguarding, curriculum excellence, and staff development, while embodying the Trust’s Gospel mission: “Make Christ Known; Make Lives Better.” You will be supported by a highly experienced Chief Performance Officer, who provides strategic oversight, expert challenge, and leadership development across the Trust. Working closely with a dedicated Regional Improvement Officer, you will lead improvement planning, engage in performance dialogue, and ensure the school is fully prepared for both Ofsted and Catholic Schools Inspectorate visits. Our MissionOur Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people. Our Values One of HopeInspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.One of CourageAs modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable. One of InnovationSt Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change. Purpose of the role:We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching professional who can work as part of our dedicated and exceptional team.  The candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to meet the Teachers’ Standards. All classroom teachers will contribute to the curriculum and year teams in supporting the school’s mission statement and achieving its aims.  As a professional within a Catholic School, you will be expected to enhance the life of the school by delivering and developing high quality teaching and learning, contributing to the work of the teams of teaching and support staff, being reflective about your own practice and effectiveness: sharing with, and learning from the work of others, and constantly seeking ways to improve through innovation and research.You will have the following skills and attributes:Be a confident communicator, with excellent written and oral skills to engage effectively with all stakeholders.Demonstrate significant leadership experience in managing teams and resources.Have proven experience in leading and managing staff, including the ability to support and motivate staff and work within complex staffing cultures.Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ensuring effective decision-making to drive school improvement.Work well under pressure, maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.We can offer:Lead a thriving Catholic academy as part of a growing family of schools across Bury, Bolton, Rochdale, Salford, and Wigan.Work with a caring and engaged group of stakeholders who share a commitment to delivering the highest standards for our children.Benefit from a dedicated and highly supportive Central Team and Trust Board, with a clear vision and ambitious aspirations for the Trust.Receive tailored support for your professional and spiritual development from both the Academy Trust and the Diocese.Collaborate with excellent local and borough-wide networks, enhancing opportunities for innovation and best practice.Enjoy a generous 28.68% Teachers’ pension employer contribution Prospective candidates are warmly welcomed to visit the school. Please contact recruitment@stoccat.org.uk number to make an appointment. The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.    Commitment to Safeguarding: The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).  All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children.  Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.  Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust’s safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.  All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions. Shortlisting date: 19/09/2025Interview date: 24th and 25th September 2025  *Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website*

St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School

St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School

Headteacher

Job overview

Headteacher

Chester, Cheshire

Start date: 01/01/2026

Salary: L12-L21

Contract term: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

 Headteacher

 Job overview

 Cheshire West & Chester

Start date: 01/01/2026

Salary: L12 - L21

Contract term: Full Time

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About the role

 St. Werburgh’s and St Columba’s is a happy, vibrant and successful primary school in the outskirts of Chester in the Diocese of Shrewsbury. Rooted in Gospel values, we provide a warm, nurturing environment, with committed staff, supportive Governors, enthusiastic learners and a wide school community. We are committed to developing the whole child academically, spiritually and socially to follow in Jesus’ footsteps to love, learn and laugh.

 Our much loved Headteacher is due to retire in December 2025 and Governors are looking to appoint an ambitious, creative and determined leader to continue driving our school forward.

 Our school enjoys a strong reputation, with a supportive community that embraces its vision and Catholic ethos. This is an excellent opportunity for a practising Catholic who is dynamic, forward-thinking, and able to collaborate effectively with staff, pupils, senior leaders, and governors to help lead our school.

 We are seeking a Headteacher who:

 ●       Is a committed and practising Catholic with a strong personal faith.

●       Will be a visionary leader, capable of building upon our existing strengths while driving forward further improvement.

●       Strong strategic vision and excellent communication skills

●       Has the ambition, creativity and determination to ensure every child receives the best education.

●       Will inspire and support staff, value collaboration and maintain strong partnerships with parents, the parish and wider community.

 

Please find our most recent reports and awards below:

 -        Consistently strong and above average SATS outcomes

 -        RE inspection April 2025

 -        OFSTED inspection July 2024

 -        Eco school with Distinction

 -        Arts mark Gold

 -        Gold school games award

 We are very proud of our most recent inspection (July 2024) where inspectors made the following judgements:

-        Pupils relish being part of the happy school community. They do their best to live up to the school motto and ‘love, learn, laugh’ as much as possible.

-        Pupils enjoy welcoming new friends into their school. Pupils build exceptionally strong relationships with each other and with staff.

-        Behaviour is exemplary. Pupils play well together, making sure that everyone is included.

-        Pupils are curious and committed learners. They have a thirst for knowledge. There is an industrious atmosphere in school. As a result, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve highly across the curriculum.

 

There is a lot of information about our school within this application pack and on our school website: https://www.lovelearnlaugh.org.uk/

Visits to our school are most welcome and can be booked by appointment with Mrs Sarah Farrell our School Business Manager admin@lovelearnlaugh.org.uk 

 Links

Chair of Governors invitation letter

Here is the Application form, please ensure you make a copy before attempting to complete it.

Job description

Person specification

Guidance for securing a faith reference here

 Completed application forms should be returned via email to Julie.English@dioceseofshrewsbury.org  no later than 9am on September 19th 2025.

Interviews will be held on the 25th & 26th September 2025

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St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School

Chester, CH2 3AD

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L12-L21

Permanent, Full Time

Start date: 01/01/2026

Apply by 19/09/2025, 08:00