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Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Benfleet
Deputy Headteacher
The Governors of Holy Family Catholic Primary School wish to appoint an applicant with demonstrable experience as an excellent Catholic practitioner and teacher for this rewarding deputy headteacher role. The successful candidate will be an ambitious team player with a commitment to continuous school improvement, who will nurture the children and contribute to leading the staff to excel. We are keen to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who will ensure that Holy Family continues to provide a broad curriculum, rooted in Gospel values. As a practicing Catholic, your drive and vision will help us continue to maximise the development and achievements of all our children, as well as contributing to our local community and wider Trust community of schools. The successful candidate will have the aspiration, resilience, and ability to support the new Headteacher following their appointment, building positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff and parents and create a culture of learning and ambition that will see our children develop, grow, and contribute as an active member in society today. Please contact Claire Fantini, HR Manager, at the Assisi Registered Office on 01702 344933 or by email on if you have any questions. Full details of the post and relevant application form are available from the HR Manager by contacting the above email address. All applicants must complete the CES Senior Leadership Application Form to be considered for this vacancy and submit it to . Electronic applications are required to be signed by applicants invited to interview prior to interview. Assisi Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS clearance. References will be sought and an online search carried out on applicants as part of our due diligence. Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

St Saviour's Catholic Primary School
London
Deputy Headteacher
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. 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: Application documents can be obtained on our school website: or call the school office on 02088524283 to request these and it will be emailed out to you. 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.

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 Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Walsall
Headteacher
Job overview
Headteacher
Walsall, West Midlands
Start date: September 2025
Salary: Leadership, dependent upon experience
Contract term: Permanent
About the Role
Head Teacher
NOR: 210
Group: 2
Offering competitive salary depending on experience
Required 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 education
The 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 skills
- Have a ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
- Holds high expectations of behaviour and well-being
We 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 numbers
- A warm and caring school community with strong parish links
- The opportunity to work with wonderful children, committed families and a happy school community
- A school deeply committed to an ethos focused on success for all
- Ongoing and continuous professional development.
The closing date for applications is 9.00 am on Friday 9th May
Shortlisted candidates will be notified on 13th May
Interviews will take place w/c 19th May 2025
Leadership, dependent upon experience
Permanent
Start date: September 2025
Apply by 09/05/2025, 11:00
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