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Romero Catholic Academy Trust
Office 204, Group First House Mead Road, Shuttleworth Mead, Padiham, BB12 7NG

Romero Catholic Academy Trust
About Our Trust
Romero Catholic Academy Trust is a flourishing family of Catholic primary and secondary schools in the Diocese of Salford, inspired by the life and witness of St Oscar Romero. Rooted in the motto “aspire not to have more, but to be more,” the Trust emphasises Faith, Service, Aspiration and Collaboration, seeking excellent teaching, strong leadership and the holistic development of every child. As a growing multi‑academy trust established in 2019, it focuses on staff development, wellbeing and shared improvement across its schools, offering rich opportunities for professional learning and career progression. Prospective job candidates can expect a values‑driven, supportive environment where Catholic ethos, community engagement and high ambitions for pupils and staff are central to everyday practice.
Latest Vacancies
School Operation's Manager
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Burnley
The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of St Mary Magdalene’s RC Primary School, are seeking to recruit a confident, highly skilled, self-motivated individual to join the school as a School Operations Manager. The successful applicant will have the highest personal and professional standards with good knowledge of current educational issues. They will be highly driven and be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and deliver improvements within the business functions of the school in order to support teaching and learning. You will be a strong team player with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to develop, manage and motivate staff in the relevant areas. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01282 436880 or enquiries@st-marymagdalenesrc.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£28,142.00 - £32,061.00 Annually (FTE) Grade 6, SCP 11-19 (£21,663- £24,679 Pro Rata)
Part Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 12:00
Teaching Assistant - Level 2A
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Rossendale
All Saints’ RC High School is a thriving, faith-filled community where Gospel values are lived out daily through the school’s motto: “Let your light shine.” As recognised in the 2025 Catholic Schools Inspectorate report, the school provides a “strong sense of community and inclusive welcome” rooted in exceptional pastoral care and a deep commitment to every child, especially the most vulnerable. Staff and students alike speak of belonging to a family where each individual is “known, valued, and loved.” The school serves the Catholic community within the Rossendale Valley and has strong partnerships with its seven Catholic feeder primary schools. The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of All Saints’ RC High School, are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our team. The main duties of the role will be to work with the teacher in a collaborative way, in meeting the personal, social and curriculum related needs of pupils, including those with special needs and/or bilingual needs, and to establish positive, supportive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and the wider community, and by contributing ideas and strategies. For further details of the responsibilities, please see Job Description attached. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and will have a flexible approach to the tasks they undertake. The position will be ideally suited to someone with previous experience working within a busy school environment. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 213693 or office@allsaintshigh.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£25,185.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) GRADE 4, SCP 4-6 £25,185 - £25,989 FTE [£20,575.97 - £21,232.83 PRO-RATA]
Part Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 12:00
Teaching Assistant - Level 2A
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Rossendale
All Saints’ RC High School is a thriving, faith-filled community where Gospel values are lived out daily through the school’s motto: “Let your light shine.” As recognised in the 2025 Catholic Schools Inspectorate report, the school provides a “strong sense of community and inclusive welcome” rooted in exceptional pastoral care and a deep commitment to every child, especially the most vulnerable. Staff and students alike speak of belonging to a family where each individual is “known, valued, and loved.” The school serves the Catholic community within the Rossendale Valley and has strong partnerships with its seven Catholic feeder primary schools. The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of All Saints’ RC High School, are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our team. The main duties of the role will be to work with the teacher in a collaborative way, in meeting the personal, social and curriculum related needs of pupils, including those with special needs and/or bilingual needs, and to establish positive, supportive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and the wider community, and by contributing ideas and strategies. For further details of the responsibilities, please see Job Description attached. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and will have a flexible approach to the tasks they undertake. The position will be ideally suited to someone with previous experience working within a busy school environment. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 213693 or office@allsaintshigh.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£25,185.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) GRADE 4, SCP 4-6 £25,185 - £25,989 FTE [£20,575.97 - £21,232.83 PRO-RATA]
Part Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 12:00
Headteacher
St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Burnley
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and inspirational leader for our ambitious school, which is part of Romero Catholic Academy Trust. We wish to appoint a practising Catholic Headteacher with a strong personal faith and the vision and leadership to build and develop our school. A Board of Directors, and LGB who have high expectations in delivering the strategic direction of the school and are positive and supportive; Committed students who are eager to learn, in an atmosphere where they all feel valued and respected; If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. If you would like to arrange a conversation with CEO, Katy Cox, please contact careers@romerocat.com. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01282 427546 or messageus@st-marys-burnley.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£73,105.00 - £83,860.00 Annually (FTE) Leadership Scale L15-L21
Full Time
Apply by 10/03/2026, 12:00
Our Schools
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
OL13 9LJ
0 Vacancies
St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB10 4BH
1 Vacancy
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB12 0JD
1 Vacancy
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Academy
OL14 5HP
0 Vacancies
St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB10 2PZ
0 Vacancies
St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
BB9 0DQ
0 Vacancies
St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB3 0AA
0 Vacancies
St Augustine's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
BB7 9JA
0 Vacancies
St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
BB12 6HZ
0 Vacancies
St Anne's and St Joseph's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
BB5 2AN
0 Vacancies
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB8 7JR
0 Vacancies
Our Lady and St John RC High School, a Voluntary Academy
BB1 1PY
0 Vacancies
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB9 5BL
0 Vacancies
Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB11 4RB
0 Vacancies
Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy
BB10 3AA
0 Vacancies
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
BB4 6SJ
2 Vacancies


