St Francis RC Primary School

London

Full Time, PermanentStart date: 1 September 2026Salary Range: L15 (£82,888) – L21 (£93,556)Apply by: Friday 27th February 2026 at 12.00pm Inspiring hearts and minds through faith, love, and learningAre you a passionate and visionary leader ready to shape the future of a vibrant Catholic primary school?Do you believe in nurturing every child’s potential through Gospel values, excellence in education, and a spirit of service?The Governors of St Francis Catholic Primary School, Peckham, are seeking a dedicated and practising Catholic Headteacher to lead our thriving one-form entry school into its next exciting chapter. We are a Voluntary Aided Catholic primary school, proud of our strong parish links and support from the Norbertine Clergy at Our Lady of Sorrows, as well as our deep-rooted commitment to the children and families we serve.About our schoolSt Francis is a joyful, inclusive and faith-filled community where children are at the heart of everything we do. Our pupils are happy, curious and enthusiastic learners; our staff are professional, creative and dedicated; and our Governors and parents are actively engaged in the life of the school.We are committed to ensuring that every child grows in confidence, character and compassion, grounded in the teachings of Christ.We are looking for a Headteacher who:• Is a practising Catholic with a clear vision for Catholic education and the ability to nurture the spiritual life of the whole school community.• Has a proven record of inspirational and effective leadership, raising standards and leading successful school improvement.• Is an innovative and reflective practitioner who places children’s well-being and learning at the centre of every decision.• Can foster a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and respect, empowering staff and pupils alike to achieve their full potential.• Is an excellent communicator, able to build strong partnerships with staff, parents, governors, parish and the wider community.• Has the ability to communicate effectively in Spanish, or a clear willingness to develop Spanish language skills in order to support engagement with Spanish-speaking families within the school community •Demonstrates a deep understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to maintaining a safe, caring environment for all. We can offer you:• A strong Catholic ethos and supportive parish partnership.• Happy, well-behaved and motivated pupils who love to learn and live their faith.• A committed, talented and caring staff team who strive for excellence.• A dedicated Governing Body and close-knit school community.• Excellent opportunities for professional development, mentoring and peer support – especially if this is your first headship.• The opportunity to shape the next chapter of our school’s journey, continuing to build on our strong foundations of faith, love, and learning.Safeguarding and requirementsThis post is a reserved post for practising Catholics only, as defined by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales and endorsed by the Archdiocese of Southwark.St Francis Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant employment checks, including an online search.Applications should be on a CES application form and sent to the school (applications not submitted on the CES application form will not be considered). Any electronic applications will have to be signed by the applicant attending an interview. Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Visits and applicationsWe warmly encourage you to visit our school to experience our ethos and meet our wonderful children and staff.If required please liaise with the School Business Manager, Claire Eldridge. Information and application packs are available at  and completed applications should be sent to this address also. Closing date: Friday 27th February 2026, 12pmShortlisting: Wednesday 4th March 2026Interviews: Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th March 2026

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Ripon

The Directors and Governors are looking to appoint a permanent Headteacher from September 2026 due to the retirement of the current Headteacher.  We are looking for an inspirational leader who will ensure that St. Wilfrid’s continues to provide broad and rich learning experiences for our students that are rooted in Gospel values. This role is suitable for someone who is excited about leading our school through the next stage of development, with the aim of providing an Exceptional Education for all pupils.  Applications from new and experienced school leaders who are practising Catholics with proven management skills and a clear vision for Catholic Education are welcome. As part of the Bishop Wheeler Trust, you will be joining a successful and dedicated group of senior leaders who work collaboratively across all our schools within the Diocese of Leeds. Each school is also part of local and Diocesan partnerships. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please arrange to do so by emailing the school office at . Further details including a job description, person specification and how to apply are available via the Trust website . The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy for applications or withdraw the vacancy at any time at its absolute discretion. St. Wilfrid’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all our children and young people and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. In line with KCSiE 2025, we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any matters that are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview.

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Weston-super-Mare

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is a joyful, ambitious and nurturing community where children are at the heart of everything we do. Rooted in Gospel values and guided by our mission - Together we love, we learn, we live. This is more than a headship. It is an opportunity to lead a Catholic community with courage, clarity and compassion. At Corpus Christi, faith shapes daily life. We nurture our relationship with God, celebrate the dignity of every child, and develop young people who are curious, resilient and compassionate. Our curriculum is broad, structured and ambitious. We want children to think deeply, read fluently, reason confidently and act with integrity. We prepare them not only for their next stage of education, but for a life lived with purpose and service. As part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, we belong to a family of schools committed to providing an all-round education rooted in Christian values, where every child flourishes. Above all, you will serve in the best interests of children - with ambition for every child and belief in the transformative power of Catholic education. You are warmly invited to visit Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School and experience our community for yourself. To arrange a visit or for more information, please call our central office on 01278 226006 or email The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer. If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search including social media platforms of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.