Vacancies

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School

Liverpool

Advert for the post of permanent Deputy Headteacher L13-17 Required for September 2025 The governors of St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational practising Catholic Deputy Headteacher who will develop and share our vision of high-quality education for all, with a deep commitment to our mission statement: Together with Jesus, We will Learn and Grow in Faith. We are looking for a leader with exceptionally strong values who will foster and develop the respectful and inclusive ethos of our Catholic School. Who will bring energy and drive, demonstrating excellence in classroom practice and will be inspirational in enabling progress and raising standards. They must be creative, forward thinking and skilled in leading and managing areas of school improvement. The successful candidate must be able to face challenge with positivity, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be a team worker and essentially have a good sense of humour. Governors are looking for a candidate with a passion for promoting a clear child centred vision of educational excellence, developing children’s’ love of learning whilst ensuring high levels of progress and attainment. St Oswald’s Primary School is a larger than average, three form entry primary school catering for children aged three to eleven years. The school amalgamated in 2016 and is situated in two separate buildings. We can offer a prospective Deputy Head a school that in our most recent inspection in June 2024 deemed us to still be a ‘Good’ school (Ofsted) and our CSI Inspection in march 2024 found us to be a ‘Good’ school in all areas. We have happy, well-behaved children who love their school and enjoy learning. Extremely hard working, friendly staff who are dedicated to supporting development. A close working partnership between school, parents/carers, community and church and a governing body who is fully committed to continuing the development of this fantastic school. The Deputy Headteacher will: • Be accountable to the Headteacher • Be a member of the senior management team; • Lead the Safeguarding Team; • Assist the headteacher in managing the school; • Support and represent the headteacher at meetings as and when required; • Undertake such duties as are delegated by the headteacher; • Play a major role, under the overall direction of the headteacher in formulating and reviewing the Mission Statement, Development Plan, overall aims and objectives of the school by helping establish the policies through which they shall be achieved, managing staff and resources to that end and monitoring progress towards their achievement; • Contribute to the efficient organisation, management and supervision of school routines; If the headteacher is absent from the school, the deputy headteacher must undertake such duties of the headteacher as the headteacher or the governing body shall require. This is a wonderful opportunity waiting for someone. We strongly recommend visits to school. Please contact the Business Manager Mr Strom for an appointment. istrom@st-oswalds.liverpool.sch.uk or phone 0151 228 8436 Information about school and policies can be found on our website www.stoswaldsschool.com Closing date – 2nd May 2025 Shortlisting – 6th May 2025 Interviews – 19th May 2025 Application packs can be downloaded from our school website www.stoswaldsschool.com and include a copy of our Child Protection Policy and Safer Working Practices Code of Conduct Policy. CVs will not be acceptable for this post. In addition, references will be required from your current employer and settings where you have worked with children. As per ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, online searches will be conducted on shortlisted candidates. St Oswald’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to keeping children safe. Any offer of employment will be subject to statutory preemployment checks including satisfactory references and Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020) and shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview.’ We are committed to safer recruitment practices that: • Deter prospective applicants who are unsuitable to work with children or young people • Identify and reject applicants who are unsuitable to work with children or young people • Prevent and deter inappropriate behaviours by providing on-going supervision, training and support to all staff and volunteers

St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Doncaster

St Joseph & St Teresa’s Catholic Primary SchoolDoncaster Lane, Woodlands, Doncaster, DN6 7QN Executive Headteacher – Mrs Diane CollinsHead of School – Mrs Joanne MurphyTeacher (permanent)Main scaleRequired for September 2025N.O.R 155We are looking to recruit a permanent teacher to start in September 2025. Our school offers a truly inclusive approach to our pupils and are now looking to add to our well-established teaching team.You will need to:be an excellent classroom practitioner who is passionate about teaching and learning and puts children at the heart of their practice.be energetic and committed to being part of a dedicated school team.promote creativity and take pride in creating an excellent learning environment.be a teacher who shows a real passion in the classroom and is open to adapt new ideas and teaching techniques.be able to build excellent relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community.be a practising Catholic or be supportive of the school’s Catholic identity and mission.We will offer you:an amazing opportunity to work in a supportive environment with passionate and dedicated colleagues along with the wonderful pupils that attend our school.exceptional CPD and mentoring.an opportunity to work with our federated school, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Bentley.a well-being package.If this sounds like something you might be interested in and you would like to know more or arrange a school visit, contact Mrs Linda Bent, our Business Manager, on finance@sjstcp.co.uk or telephone 01302 723320. In order to apply for this post, please complete and submit a CES Teacher application form to finance@sjstcp.co.ukClosing date: 12 noon on Tuesday 6th May 2025 Interviews: Monday 19th May 2025We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre

Gloucester

Vice PrincipalLeadership Range L12-L15: £65,285pa - £70,293pa (ISR includes 7 increments)St Peter’s RC Catholic High School & Sixth Form Centre is a mixed 11 - 18 school for approximately 1500 pupils. Our mission is to provide a rigorous and broad education within a Catholic environment. An understanding of the Roman Catholic faith, in line with the Gospel message, underpins the whole work of the school. Our main aim is to develop the self-esteem, dignity and respect of all members of our school community, concentrating on each person’s infinite worth in the eyes of God.Our staff are very important to us and the welfare of teachers and support staff is paramount in our planning. We place wellbeing at the centre of our decision-making so that teachers are happy to come to work and feel supported in their role.Due to the retirement of the post holder, the Governors are seeking to appoint an exceptional, energetic and ambitious Vice Principal to join our School Leadership Team. In a role of critical importance to the development of excellent teaching and learning that will secure good outcomes for all our students, you will work with members of the SLT under the direction of the Principal and be responsible for the development of teaching and learning at St Peter’s through ITT and provision of data to stakeholders.You will be responsible for:• The strategic development of the Training School (Initial teacher training and Early Career Teachers)• Organisation of performance management through School IP• To support the teaching and learning lead in embedding of Catholic Social Teaching through CPD and training.• Ensuring that school policies are updated in line with current legislation and within the time frames required• Staff well-being and personnel issues• Oversight of transition and liaison with Catholic Partner Primary Schools and other stakeholders• Providing data for both SLT and governorsWe welcome applications from talented and experienced leaders. You will be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and have the ability to inspire and motivate both students and peers. As an outstanding teacher and leader with demonstrable leadership experience, you will make a significant contribution to the leadership and success of our school. The role requires strategic thinking, excellent communication skills and an ability to lead and motivate staff and students. Applicants for this post must be able to demonstrate that they are supportive of the Roman Catholic ethos of St Peter’s.You will have:• Experience in the effective management of a high-performing team• A proven track record in middle or senior leadership• Relevant skills to raise standards• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Experience in the line management of teams and the ability to manage projects from inception to completion whilst maintaining good communication with stakeholdersHow to Apply:Please download the attached documents for full details. If you consider St Peter’s to be the right school for you, we would very much welcome your application.Please send your completed Application Form and supporting statement via Eteach.We look forward to hearing from you.Closing date: Tuesday, 6th May 2025 at middayInterviews w/c 19th MayDay 1: To be confirmedDay 2: To be confirmedStart date: 1st September 2025Visiting the school:You are very welcome to visit the school. Please contact Theresa Magri, Headteacher’s PA, to arrange an appointment.Safeguarding StatementSt Peter’s RC High School and Sixth Form is committed to equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School

Birmingham

Due to the internal promotion of one of our senior leaders, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, experienced, and inspirational leader to join our dedicated team as Assistant Head Teacher.The Governors, in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Birmingham, are looking to appoint an Assistant Head Teacher, to join this forward thinking School from September 2025. This is a unique opportunity to join one of the largest Catholic Primary schools in the Archdiocese and to build on our many current successes.Are you an enthusiastic, inspirational and dedicated leader? Would you relish the opportunity to work with the Governors and the Leadership Team to shape the future of Catholic education at St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School?This is an excellent opportunity for a flexible, creative and committed individual to join our happy, vibrant and skilful team.We are looking for an Assistant Head who:Has a strong Catholic faith, a passion for pastoral care and will support the School’s distinctive Catholic ethos.Has a proven track record of successful leadership, management and school improvement.Is resilient and able to respond and adapt effectively to changing circumstances maintaining high levels of performance.Has a proven track record of successfully leading and managing with an ability to motivate a school team to ensure that our staff and children reach their full potentialPlaces safeguarding at the heart of the School.Will go the extra mile, bringing something additional to the School.We can offer you:Happy and enthusiastic children who are keen to learnA highly supportive and ambitious Leadership Team and Governing Body.A warm and welcoming, professional team of Teachers and Support Staff, who are fully committed to supporting our pupils and their families.A strong partnership with other Catholic schools as part of the Sursum Corda group of schools.We would love to invite you to visit our school to meet our happy pupils and dedicated staff. Have a look on our website or Blue Sky page to see a sample of what St. Bernadette’s has to offer you.www.stberns.co.ukhttps://bsky.app/profile/stbernsprimary.bsky.socialVisits can be arranged by contacting Mrs Smallwood by telephone at 0121 783 7232 or by emailing m.smallwood@stberns.bham.sch.uk 

Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy

York

Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School is looking for an inspirational and highly effective practising Catholic to join our very successful team of staff as Deputy Headteacher. We offer the opportunity to work in a high quality, vibrant and caring environment where we share a rich vision for our pupils and for the communities in which we work.  Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School is a vibrant school that is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 38 schools with two sixth forms. NPCAT is now one of the largest multi-academy Trusts in the UK with more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff. We offer:A Christ-centred school with supportive staff, parents and governors;A school which exhibits high standards in all areas of pupil achievement supported by a strong catholic ethos, with gospel values at its heart, which permeates all aspects of school life;A dedicated, talented and professional team who are highly committed to improving outcomes;Friendly, hardworking pupils who enjoy learning and achieving success;An inclusive school with a warm, nurturing Catholic ethos through our close partnership with families, the parish and wider community;Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development;The opportunity to work with and learn from other schools within Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust.We are looking for a strong, dynamic and inspirational leader who:Has a commitment to Catholic education and would play an active role in the community of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs.Promotes high expectations and will help our children to thrive in a culture that builds resilience and instil a sense of pride in what they achieve;Is an outstanding classroom practitioner who motivates and inspires children and staff;Makes a positive contribution to the vision and leadership of the school, helping to shape the school’s future and ensure that all stakeholders are enabled to contribute effectively the progress and development of the school;Is creative, forward thinking and has proven experience in leading and managing areas of school development;Is an excellent communicator, with good interpersonal and organisational skills, able to confidently deputise for the Headteacher;Can form a strong partnership with all levels of leadership at the school and with other leaders within the Trust.Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025Interview: To be confirmedCandidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement or if you would like an informal discussion, please contact Mrs Sophie Adams, Headteacher on 01904 806093.Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Weston-super-Mare

Head TeacherStart date: September 2025Hours: Full time, PermanentIndividual School Salary Range: Leadership 12-18Closing date: 9th May 2025 at 12pmInterview dates: either week commencing 12th May or 19th May 2025 We have a wonderful opportunity for a dynamic and inspiring Head Teacher to join our dedicated and supportive team working at Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School in Weston-super-Mare, part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust (DCET). Our friendly school welcomes applications from candidates who are enthusiastic about working in a school where children are at the heart of all we do, and our vision is rooted in the Catholic values of respect, resilience, stewardship, curiosity, forgiveness, and love.  We are looking for: A passionate school leader who is committed to delivering our Trust Vision A practising Catholic committed to the spiritual values of Catholic education. A head who is driven to achieve the best outcomes for all our pupils having high expectations of their behaviour and achievements.   A practitioner who will provide a safe and secure learning environment for all in our school community. A leader who has experience of raising outcomes for pupils  As a School and Trust, we offer: A strong and supportive ethos Happy, enthusiastic, and friendly pupils An excellent community spirit which fosters collaboration with its parents and carers and parish. Friendly and dedicated staff who are committed to embracing new ideas to improve teaching and learning A supportive Trust community An extensive programme of CPD and support. To submit an application, candidates are required to visit our Website  and complete the online application form. For any inquiries, or to book a visit please call the central office on 01278 226 006 or contact our us via email recruitment@thedcet.com The DCET is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children.  All staff are expected to share this commitment.  The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application and satisfactory references.  

Harrytown Catholic High School

Stockport

Governors seek the following appointmentfor September 2025 Teacher of Religious EducationFull time maternity coverMPS/UPS  “I have come that they may have life and have it to the full” John 10:10.Harrytown Catholic High School is an 11-16 mixed Comprehensive Catholic High School located in Romiley, Stockport.Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding, committed and professional Teacher of Religious Education. Closing Date:               Friday 2 May 2025 at 12noonInterview Date:           Week commencing 5 May 2025, date TBCA Current CES application form (available from our website) must be completed.  Forms should be emailed to applications@harrytown.stockport.sch.ukHarrytown Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and therefore all candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We are committed to equal opportunities and therefore welcome applications from all groups, applicants will be judged on merit alone.

Harrytown Catholic High School

Stockport

Governors seek the following appointmentfor September 2025: Learning Mentor (Literacy Intervention)Full time and permanentNJC Scale 4Term Time plus 10 days37 hours per week  “I have come that they may have life and have it to the full” John 10:10. Harrytown Catholic High School is an 11-16 mixed Comprehensive Catholic High School located in Romiley, Stockport. Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding, committed and professional Learning Mentor (Literacy Intervention) to support the work of SENCO. Closing Date:               Friday 2 May 2025 at 12noonInterview Date:           Week commencing 5 May 2025, date TBCA Current CES application form (available from our website) must be completed.  Forms should be emailed to applications@harrytown.stockport.sch.ukHarrytown Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and therefore all candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We are committed to equal opportunities and therefore welcome applications from all groups, applicants will be judged on merit alone.

Harrytown Catholic High School

Stockport

Governors seek the following appointment for ASAP Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Cover Supervisor)Full time and permanentScale 5Term Time plus 10 days “I have come that they may have life and have it to the full” John 10:10 Harrytown Catholic High School is an 11-16 mixed Comprehensive Catholic High School located in Romiley, Stockport. Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding, committed and professional Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Cover Supervisor) to support the work of the Headteacher and wider Senior Leadership Team. Closing Date: Friday 2 May 2025 at 12noonInterview Date: Week commencing 5 May 2025, day TBCA Current CES application form (available from our website) must be completed. Forms should be emailed to applications@harrytown.stockport.sch.ukHarrytown Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and therefore all candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We are committed to equal opportunities and therefore welcome applications from all groups, applicants will be judged on merit alone.

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Walsall

Walsall

Head TeacherNOR: 210 Group: 2Offering competitive salary depending on experienceRequired for September 2025 Are children at the heart of your work?Would you relish the opportunity to work with the Governors and the Leadership Team to shape the future of Catholic educationThe Governors, in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Birmingham, are looking to appoint a Head Teacher ready to make a lasting impact. If you thrive on driving Catholicism, excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education we invite you to lead our school into its next chapter of success.We are looking for a Head Teacher who:Is a practising Catholic Deputy Head Teacher with a passion for pastoral care and has vision and commitment in driving forward the school’s distinctive Catholic ethos.Has a proven track record of raising standards, and school improvement together with expertise in primary practice and curriculum development.A visionary Head Teacher who can inspire staff, engage pupils, and create an inclusive, high-achieving, and supportive learning environment where every pupil thrives.Is highly motivated, resilient and able to respond and adapt effectively to changing circumstances maintaining high levels of performance.Has a friendly and approachable manner and excellent communication skillsHave a ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help othersHolds high expectations of behaviour and well-beingWe can offer you:A highly supportive and ambitious staff and Governing Body.Stable finances and a well-managed budget, offering a competitive salary with full pupil numbersA warm and caring school community with strong parish linksThe opportunity to work with wonderful children, committed families and a happy school communityA school deeply committed to an ethos focused on success for allOngoing and continuous professional development. The closing date for applications is 9.00 am on Friday 9th May Shortlisted candidates will be notified on 13th MayInterviews will take place w/c 19th May 2025