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St Michael's Catholic Primary School
London
Headteacher
Are you a visionary leader ready to guide a ‘Good’ school toward even greater heights in East London? Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust, working in partnership with the Diocese of Brentwood, is seeking 2 dynamic, passionate, and inspirational Headteachers to lead two of our vibrant primary schools in Newham, St Michael’s and St Francis’. Building upon our solid foundations, replacing the existing executive head model with 2 headteachers, we are looking for committed practicing Catholics with the drive, vision, and pedagogical expertise to lead us into our next exciting chapter of excellence. Rooted in Christ, our Trust is a collaborative family of 8 primary schools across the London Boroughs of Newham and Waltham Forest, dedicated to giving every child an exceptional education. Our schools are warm, welcoming communities where our Catholic ethos infuses every aspect of daily life. By joining our Trust, you will not lead in isolation. You will benefit from a highly supportive central executive team, shared pedagogical expertise, and a network of peer Headteachers who collaborate closely to raise standards across our communities. As a Headteacher in either St Michael’s or St Francis’, you will provide the strategic vision, spiritual leadership, and everyday inspiration needed to build upon our inclusive environments. You will empower a dedicated staff team, engage deeply with our diverse communities, and ensure that every pupil, regardless of their starting point, thrives academically, socially, and spiritually. St Francis’ and St Michael’s warmly welcomes the opportunity for potential candidates to visit. If you would like to arrange a visit or require further information about this exciting opportunity, please email Applications are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers with outstanding leadership experience. Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

St Francis' Catholic Primary School
London
Headteacher
Are you a visionary leader ready to guide a ‘Good’ school toward even greater heights in East London? Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust, working in partnership with the Diocese of Brentwood, is seeking 2 dynamic, passionate, and inspirational Headteachers to lead two of our vibrant primary schools in Newham, St Michael’s and St Francis’. Building upon our solid foundations, replacing the existing executive head model with 2 headteachers, we are looking for committed practicing Catholics with the drive, vision, and pedagogical expertise to lead us into our next exciting chapter of excellence. Rooted in Christ, our Trust is a collaborative family of 8 primary schools across the London Boroughs of Newham and Waltham Forest, dedicated to giving every child an exceptional education. Our schools are warm, welcoming communities where our Catholic ethos infuses every aspect of daily life. By joining our Trust, you will not lead in isolation. You will benefit from a highly supportive central executive team, shared pedagogical expertise, and a network of peer Headteachers who collaborate closely to raise standards across our communities. As a Headteacher in either St Michael’s or St Francis’, you will provide the strategic vision, spiritual leadership, and everyday inspiration needed to build upon our inclusive environments. You will empower a dedicated staff team, engage deeply with our diverse communities, and ensure that every pupil, regardless of their starting point, thrives academically, socially, and spiritually. St Francis’ and St Michael’s warmly welcomes the opportunity for potential candidates to visit. If you would like to arrange a visit or require further information about this exciting opportunity, please email Applications are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers with outstanding leadership experience. Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Kenelm Youth Trust
Alton
Alton Castle Programme Leader
An exciting opportunity to join the Kenelm Youth Trust, we are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and capable retreat leader. We are looking for suitably qualified youth workers to undertake this varied and fulfilling role working with children and young people!

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Assistant Head Teacher
Job overview
Assistant Headteacher
Birmingham, West Midlands
Start date: 01/09/2025
Salary: ISR 9-13
Contract term: Permanent
About the Role
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 potential
- Places 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 learn
- A 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.
https://bsky.app/profile/stbernsprimary.bsky.social
Visits can be arranged by contacting Mrs Smallwood by telephone at 0121 783 7232 or by emailing m.smallwood@stberns.bham.sch.uk
ISR 9-13
Permanent
Start date: 01/09/2025
Apply by 02/05/2025, 08:00


