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St Nicholas Catholic High School

Northwich

Director of Music

St. Nicholas Catholic High School seeks an inspirational, strategic and highly effective Director of Music to lead academic music, maintain and grow a thriving performance programme across the whole school, and ensure that music continues to play a central and joyful role in school life. Music is important to us and is a very special part of what we do here. From the moment you join us, you will feel a strong sense of belonging within our Catholic community and, although you don't need to be Catholic, you must feel at ease being in a Catholic school where Music is central to so much of what we do and who we are. The music department has achieved results at GCSE & A Level significantly above national standards. Both the school orchestra and choir have performed in concerts abroad for the last 10 years. The choir participate in competitions, locally and nationally, and have performed annually with the Northern Chamber Orchestra as part of ‘Christmas at Tatton Park’. You will be an enthusiastic and talented classroom practitioner, ideally able to teach up to A Level, with a strong commitment to co-curricular music and the ability to inspire our dedicated students with significant musical talent as well as those whose interests lie elsewhere. You will have primary responsibility for the delivery of academic music and contribute fully to the co-curricular programme. You will be responsible for the performance programme in close collaboration with other areas of school life, ensuring a coherent, whole school musical pathway. The role involves significant commitments during term time for rehearsals, services, concerts, productions, competitions and trips. You will be fully supported by a member of the SLT and given every opportunity to develop and grow, where you can access the range of teaching and leadership programmes we offer to all staff. If you think this is the right opportunity for you, please complete the CES application form ensuring all sections are completed in full, this includes the 1300 supporting statement where you outline your skills and experience, as well as what you will bring to the role.

St Benedict's Catholic High School

Whitehaven

Teacher of Geography

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and talented teacher to join our experienced team of specialist colleagues within the Geography Department. We want a person who is passionate about learning and teaching in their specialist field and who is willing to take part in developing the vision, commitment and determination to raise standards across all levels and abilities. This post is suitable for an ECT or experienced teacher. St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines. This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure. This is a full time permanent contract. Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager, at

St Benedict's Catholic High School

Whitehaven

Teacher of Computer Science

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and talented teacher to join our Computer Science and Business Department. We want a person who is passionate about learning and teaching in their specialist field and who is willing to take part in developing the vision, commitment and determination to raise standards across all levels and abilities. This post is suitable for an ECT or experienced teacher. St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines. This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure. This is a full time permanent contract. Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager, at

English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College

HEADTEACHER

Job overview

Headteacher

Hartlepool

Start date: 1st September 2025

Salary: £109,275.00 - £126,517.00 Annually (Actual)

Contract term: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role

English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College

Hartlepool, TS25 4HA

Headteacher

We are seeking an inspirational and dedicated Headteacher to lead our vibrant school community. As part of a strong Catholic Education Trust (CET), our school serves Hartlepool and its surrounding villages with pride, purpose and a commitment to excellence. We have a strong local reputation, dedicated staff, modern facilities, and a growing Sixth Form. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact.

“Pupils and staff are proud of the school.” Ofsted 2024

We are looking for a leader who:

is a practising Catholic.
shares our vision for Catholic excellence and transformative education.
has exceptional leadership skills and the ability to think strategically.
is a dynamic, innovative and determined individual.
has a proven track record as an outstanding practitioner, with excellent communication skills, committed to high standards.
will inspire, challenge and encourage our young people and community.
understands budget planning, staff deployment and how to effectively use resources.
is committed to collaborative working within our CET, parish and school.
values professional agency and fosters a supportive and inclusive environment.

We can offer the successful candidate:

an early opportunity to shape and strengthen the existing leadership team by being involved in the appointments of a Deputy Head Teacher and Senior Assistant Head Teacher.
dedicated staff and leaders.
a dynamic, innovative, and supportive community.
opportunities to develop your career within a strong CET.
experienced governors and a committed leadership team.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and positively encouraged.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.