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Romero Catholic Academy Trust

Office 204, Group First House Mead Road, Shuttleworth Mead, Padiham, BB12 7NG

Romero Catholic Academy Trust

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

New
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

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

New
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

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

New
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

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

New
Expiring soon
St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

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

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

OL13 9LJ

0 Vacancies

St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

BB10 4BH

1 Vacancy

St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

BB12 0JD

1 Vacancy

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Academy

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Academy

OL14 5HP

0 Vacancies

St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

BB10 2PZ

0 Vacancies

St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

BB9 0DQ

0 Vacancies

St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

BB3 0AA

0 Vacancies

St Augustine's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

St Augustine's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

BB7 9JA

0 Vacancies

St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

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

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

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

BB8 7JR

0 Vacancies

Our Lady and St John RC High School, a Voluntary Academy

Our Lady and St John RC High School, a Voluntary Academy

BB1 1PY

0 Vacancies

Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

BB9 5BL

0 Vacancies

Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

BB11 4RB

0 Vacancies

Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy

Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy

BB10 3AA

0 Vacancies

All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

BB4 6SJ

2 Vacancies