Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood

Diocese of BrentwoodBrentwood Ursuline Convent High SchoolHEADTEACHERRequired from September 2026HT Group 6 Leadership Scale Points 27 – 35 (Fringe)Actual Full Time Salary Range:  £99,537 to £119,590 paFull Application Pack available on School website:www.brentwoodursuline.co.uk The Governors of Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School, working in partnership with the Diocese of Brentwood, seek to appoint a committed and practising Catholic to the post of Headteacher from September 2026, following the retirement of Dr Richard Wilkin after 14 years of dedicated and highly effective service.This appointment offers the opportunity to lead an exceptional school community with a strong Catholic Ursuline identity, a tradition of academic excellence and a clear commitment to inclusive, comprehensive education.About the SchoolBrentwood Ursuline is a high-achieving and oversubscribed girls’ secondary school with a co-educational Sixth Form, serving approximately 1,000 students, including around 130 in the Sixth Form. The school is widely recognised for its strong academic outcomes and high-quality pastoral care. For several years, Brentwood Ursuline has been the most successful comprehensive school in Essex at Key Stage 4 across a range of indicators.School AchievementsThe school’s most recent Ofsted inspection (2023) judged the quality of education to be outstanding throughout the school, including in the Sixth Form. Our latest Section 48 inspection confirmed that Brentwood Ursuline is an outstanding Catholic school, reflecting the strength of its Catholic life, leadership and mission. The school is committed to the formation of the whole person and to enabling every student to flourish academically, spiritually and personally.The Successful Candidate Will:Be a practising and committed Roman Catholic, with the personal faith and integrity to lead a Catholic school in partnership with the Diocese of BrentwoodDemonstrate a clear commitment to Catholic education, inclusive comprehensive values and the formation of the whole personHave a proven and successful record of senior leadership as a Headteacher, Head of School or Deputy HeadteacherProvide thoughtful, inspirational and strategic leadership within a changing educational landscapeFoster a culture of high expectations, collaboration and professional developmentBuild positive and supportive relationships with parents, carers, parishes and the wider communityUphold the highest professional and ethical standards, supported by excellent communication skillsDemonstrate determination to raise achievement and secure continuous improvement while building on existing strengthsIn Return, We Offer:A strong, experienced and supportive leadership teamDedicated, well-qualified and committed staffAn effective and supportive governing bodyExcellent facilities, including a new purpose-built Sixth Form block due for completion in 2026The guidance, support and challenge of the Diocese of BrentwoodSafeguardingBrentwood Ursuline Convent High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and all other relevant safeguarding checks.Key DatesClosing date: Thursday 5 February 2026Shortlisting: Wednesday 11 February 2026Interviews: Wednesday 25 February and Thursday 26 February 2026How to ApplyIf you are an inspiring Catholic leader with the ambition to serve a secondary school community within the Diocese of Brentwood, rooted in faith and guided by a commitment to excellence, service and respect, we would be delighted to hear from you.Application packs available on-line at www.brentwoodursuline.co.uk or via the Clerk to the Governors, Mrs Bajwa at Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School, Queen’s Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4EX. Telephone 01277 227156 or email clerk@buchs.co.ukApplications (including all the necessary Catholic Education Service documents as available on the school website) should be returned to the Deputy Chair of Governors, Mr Mark Butcher care of the school address above or via email to clerk@buchs.co.uk by 11.59 pm on the closing date of Thursday 5 February 2026.We welcome school visits by appointment with our current Headteacher Dr Richard Wilkin.  To arrange a visit please email Mrs M. Freeman, Headteacher’s PA at mfreeman@buchs.co.ukBrentwood Ursuline Convent High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education.·       We strongly encourage all suitably qualified candidates to apply to join us. 

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree

Braintree

HeadteacherRequired for 1st September 2026Permanent, Full-timeNOR: 210Salary Range: L15 to L21The Governors of St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and visionary Headteacher, who is a committed and practising Catholic from 1st September 2026. We are looking for a leader who will build on our strong foundations and outstanding achievements working collaboratively with dedicated staff, supportive governors and our wider community."Following in the footsteps of St Francis; we love God,learning together as a community,using our hands, our heads, and our hearts."Applicants are invited from Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers or Assistant Headteachers with outstanding leadership experience.The successful candidate will:Be a practising Catholic who can nurture faith and spirituality, and take the lead role in providing inspirational Catholic education based on our shared Gospel values.Champion our children's individual strengths and needs, ensuring every child reaches their full potential.Lead with excellence and high expectations of achievement and behaviour and will seek to create an environment in which children flourish emotionally, socially, academically and spiritually.Be a visible, approachable, and values-driven leader witha clear vision for outstanding teaching and learning.Be inclusive, aspirational and ambitious for all our children and our staffBe excited about the opportunities that St Francis Catholic Primary School offers.Governors are seeking someone who:Will champion a curriculum that our teachers will be excited to teach and will inspire our children to learn.Can demonstrate a proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadershipHas a secure understanding of all matters relating to safeguardingWill use their enthusiastic leadership qualities to ensure our committed staff continue to grow and develop.Lead with integrity, warmth, and resilience-embracing challenge and celebrating success.Works tirelessly to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential.We can offer the successful candidate:Children who are exceptionally well behaved, committed, enthusiastic and fully engaged in their learningProfessional and dedicated staff, supportive parents, and active GovernorsAn enthusiastic and aspirational Senior Leadership TeamExcellent opportunities for further professional developmentGood track record in terms of Ofsted (February 2019 & June 2024) and CSI (May 2023)Well-resourced classrooms within an excellent school building and groundsA healthy budget to support continued growth and improvement.We warmly welcome and encourage applicants to contact our school and speak to Mrs Sue Miller, SBM to obtain further information and arrange a date to tour the school. An application pack is available to download.Completed applications should be sent to the school, markedFAO: Lucy Clayton (Chair of Governors)St Francis Catholic Primary SchoolGilchrist WayBraintreeCM7 2SYClosing Date: 2nd February 2026Shortlisting date: 11th February 2026Interview Date: 25th February 2026Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This is a reserved post and is open to practising Catholics only, please review the document produced by the Diocese of Brentwood ''Definition of a Practising Catholic for Reserved Posts" for further informationSt Francis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant employment checks. Please note that this will also include a check of life online.Applications should be on a CES application form, and sent to the school (applications not submitted on the CES application form will not be considered). Any electronic applications will have to be signed by the applicant attending an interview.Supporting DocumentsConsent to obtain references (from Parish Priest and Professional Referees)Headteacher Person Specification & Job DescriptionRecruitment Pack CES Model Application Forms and Supplementary Forms- Notes to applicantInformation about the SchoolOur school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check, medical clearance and references are required for appointment to this post.

St Robert's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Harrogate

HeadteacherClosing date: Monday 26 January 2026 – 12:00 noonSalary: L12 - L18 (£67,898 - £78,702)Location: Harrogate, North YorkshireContract type: Full timeContract term: PermanentStart date: September 2026The Directors and Governors are looking to appoint a permanent Headteacher from September 2026 due to the retirement of the current Headteacher.  We are looking for an inspirational leader who will ensure that St. Robert’s continues to provide broad and rich learning experiences for our students that are rooted in Gospel values. This role is suitable for someone who is excited about leading our school through the next stage of development, with the aim of providing an Outstanding Education for all pupils.  Applications from new and experienced school leaders who are practising Catholics with proven management skills and a clear vision for Catholic Education are welcome. We are seeking a Headteacher who will:Inspire, challenge and motivate staff to maintain and develop powerful teaching and learning;Bring experience of focussed, successful and sustained school improvement;Work closely with our Academy Council in the assessment, monitoring and evaluation of pupils’ progress, attainment and wellbeing;Be a committed member of the Senior Leadership Team of our Trust; and,Work collaboratively with the Trust team, as well as local and Diocesan heads, to ensure high standards of attainment, and to sustain and develop the school’s Catholic Ethos.We can offer you a great deal. There are plenty of things in place already. These include: Children with a thirst for knowledge who are eager to learn; Parents who are keen to support their children’s learning; A nurturing, caring staff who are focussed on school improvement, who thrive under clear direction, critical friendship and support; Governors who understand the importance of their role and who are actively working to help make the school the best it can be; A thriving Parish Community who are eager to be involved with the life of the school; andThe opportunity to develop leadership across the Trust and the wider communityAs part of the Bishop Wheeler Trust, you will be joining a successful and dedicated group of senior leaders who work collaboratively across all our schools within the Diocese of Leeds. Each school is also part of local and Diocesan partnerships. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please arrange to do so by emailing the school office at admin@st-roberts.n-yorks.sch.uk.  Further details including a job description, person specification and how to apply are available via the Trust website https://www.bishopwheelercatholicacademytrust.org/Trust-Academy- Vacancies/ The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy for applications or withdraw the vacancy at any time at its absolute discretion. Closing date: Monday 26 January 2026 – 12:00 noon          Interview date: Tuesday 10 February 2026St. Robert’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all our children and young people and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. In line with KCSiE 2025, we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any matters that are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview.