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St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend
Gravesend
Class Teacher
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and motivated teacher to join our St John’s family, who is fully able to support the aims and ethos of our wonderful Catholic school. The successful applicant will be someone who is passionate about developing the best in all children and helping us achieve our mission “to live our lives to the full.” We are looking for creativity and imagination - someone who sets high expectations for themselves and others. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we find a suitable applicant or receive a high volume of suitable applications St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all appointments are made subject to an enhanced DBS Check, Occupational Health Check and satisfactory references.

St Marys Catholic Primary School
Hornchurch
Head Teacher
The Governors of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Head Teacher. St Mary’s is a caring, friendly school and parish community where our Catholic Ethos is central to all that we do. Our new Head Teacher will work with Governors to shape the strategic direction of the school and will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of St Mary’s. Our new Head Teacher will lead a team that strives together in the best interest of all of our children, following the school’s values and mission statement: Applications are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers with outstanding leadership experience. St Mary’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant employment checks. Please note that this will also include a check of life online. 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. This is a reserved post and is open to practising Catholics only, please review the document produced by the Diocese of Brentwood ‘’Definition of a Practising Catholic for Reserved Posts” for further information We welcome and encourage applicants to visit our school. If required please liaise with the School Office Manager, Joanne Brooks. Information and application packs are available at and completed applications should be sent to this address also.

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Harrow
Class Teacher(s)
The Governors of this popular school are seeking to appoint a highly effective, dedicated and creative classroom teacher with the highest expectations who is able to motivate pupils to make excellent progress. We aim to promote the best Catholic education for our children through an exciting and engaging curriculum. Our school is highly regarded in the local community and we pride ourselves in the family atmosphere created by the pupils, staff, parents, parishioners and governors. Is a practising Catholic or willing to support the strong Catholic ethos of our school.Is an outstanding practitioner committed to creating challenge, excitement, creativity and independence in learning.Has excellent teaching, organisation and communication skills.Will challenge all pupils to make exceptional progress and have the highest expectations of the behaviour of all pupils.Is a team player who has a good sense of humour and is flexible. Has a strong commitment to continuing professional development.Has a desire to work in a great school, supporting the long-term vision of the Headteacher and Leadership Team. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Lauren Casey, PA to the Headteacher via email at to arrange a tour of the school. NB It is advisable to apply as soon as possible as interviews will take place as applications come in. The school reserves the right to withdraw the advert before the closing date if the post is filled. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and health checks are required for the successful applicant. We will also conduct an online search as part of our due diligence checks to help identify any issues which are publicly available online.

St Saviour's Catholic Primary School
Deputy Headteacher
Job overview
Deputy Headteacher
London
Start date: 1st September 2026
Salary: Leadership Pay Scale L8 – L12 (Inner London)
Contract term: Full Time, Permanent
About the Role
Role: Deputy Headteacher
Salary: Leadership Pay Scale L8 – L12 (Inner London)
Contract: Full Time and Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Location: Central Lewisham (London)
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher (L8 – L12) with some teaching responsibility (0.6 - 0.7) to start September 2026 or earlier.
St Saviour’s RC Primary School is seeking an inspirational Catholic leader with a passion for nurturing both academic excellence and a caring, faith-filled environment. St Saviour’s is a one form entry voluntary aided Roman Catholic school with diverse intake of pupils creating a multi-cultural school community. It is a good opportunity to join our thriving and evolving school community under a new leadership to shape the next chapter for the school. Following our Good Ofsted outcome in March 2025, we continue to strengthen our culture of excellence, inclusion and compassion.
What we are looking for someone who is:
- A practicing Catholic with a clear understanding of Catholic education
- Has experience of successful leadership and management
- An excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of achievement and behaviour
- Inspires, motivates, challenges and empowers staff and students
- Has strong analytical skills and uses data intelligently
- Models’ professionalism, ambition and moral purpose
- Thrives in a values‑driven, high‑challenge and high‑support environment
- Believes wholeheartedly in the potential of every young person
- Positive contribution to our ambitious school culture and catholic ethos.
What we offer:
- A highly supportive and engaged Governing Body that provides both challenge and encouragement
- A warm, supportive and collaborative staff team
- The chance to lead in a school where every child is known, loved, and encouraged to reach their full potential
- Enthusiastic and caring children who love learning
- A strong CPD offer designed to support professional growth
- Excellent opportunities to collaborate with other schools
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to school improvement
Visits to the School:
To book a visit please contact the school Business Manager, Mrs Reid, on 02088524283 to arrange this. We would warmly welcome visits to our school during the following times:
- Monday 13th April, 2026 (2:45pm – 3:15pm)
- Wednesday 15th April, 2026 (9:00am – 9:30am)
- Thursday 16th April, 2026 (2:45pm – 3:15pm)
- Friday 17th April, 2026 (9:00am – 9:30am)
- Tuesday 21st April, 2026 (9:00am – 9:30am)
Closing Date: Sunday 3rd May Midnight
Shortlisting: Week Beginning 4th May, 2026
Interview Date: Friday 15th May, 2026
Application documents can be obtained on our school website: www.stsaviours.lewisham.sch.uk or call the school office on 02088524283 to request these and it will be emailed out to you.
Safeguarding Statement
St Saviour’s Roman Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people especially the most vulnerable. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks. References may be taken up before interviews along with social media checks. Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.
Leadership Pay Scale L8 – L12 (Inner London)
Full Time, Permanent
Start date: 1st September 2026
Apply by 03/05/2026, 22:59
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