Recent Vacancies

St Damian's RC Science College
Ashton-under-Lyne
LEVEL 2 TEACHING ASSISTANT
St Damian’s is an oversubscribed Roman Catholic Science College which is committed to the professional development of staff and promoting the welfare of children. In our last Ofsted we were once again, judged Outstanding in all areas. We are proud to be a high achieving Catholic school, who consistently produces at least good outcomes for our great children “Pupils, including those with SEND, feel honoured, safe and happy to be attending this school” [Ofsted 2023]. Equally, we are also proud that we have a very stable staff who love working here and enjoy the benefits St Damian’s has to offer. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work under the guidance of the SENDCO, teachers and senior staff to raise the learning and attainment of pupils, whilst also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. You will provide assistance to pupils so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning, and experience a sense of achievement. You will be required to work in the classroom or outside the main teaching area. Previous relevant experience is desirable, but is not essential. You will be required for 32½ hours each week, term time only Monday to Friday. St Damian’s is widely recognised for the quality of care it provides for all pupils and the professional opportunities afforded to all colleagues. “Pupils’ personal development is promoted exceedingly well” [Ofsted 2023] The College is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and the successful completion of a six-month probationary period. CES application forms and further details are available from our website . and on the Greater Jobs website:

Larmenier & Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
London
KS2 Teaching Assistant & Lunchtime Meals Supervisor
Contract: Part time, Monday to Friday; 32.5 hours per week, 8:30am to 3:30pm (Term time only, 39 weeks per year) Salary: Teaching Assistant – 27.5 hours per week; Scale 3, Spine Point 5 - £20,336 (Full-time equivalent £31,086) Lunchtime Meals Supervisor – 5 hours per week; Scale 2, Spine Point 3 - £3,595 (Full-time equivalent £30,225) The Governors are seeking to appoint an experienced and inspiring KS2 Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Meals Supervisor to this happy, thriving and successful primary school. Applications are invited from practising Catholics and from those who are in sympathy with the aims and ethos of a Catholic school. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit or for further details please contact Elisabeth Beautyman, Administration Officer, by phone or by email. The CES Support Staff Application Form and other related CES documents can be downloaded from the school and submitted via email to the school office, . Larmenier & Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and their families, and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and Barred List check will be requested for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation.

St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Uxbridge
Headteacher
Contract: Full Time Permanent | School Group: Group 2 | Salary: Leadership scale 15-21 £77,209-£87,932 Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for nurturing both academic excellence and a caring, faith-filled environment? St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School is seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Headteacher to guide our successful school into its next exciting chapter. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a high-achieving, supportive community where every child and staff member is truly valued. St. Mary’s is a small, welcoming Catholic primary school with a strong academic record and a vibrant, inclusive ethos. Rooted in Gospel values, we celebrate the uniqueness of every child and are proud of our caring, family atmosphere. Our dedicated staff, engaged governors, and supportive families work together to create a nurturing environment where children flourish academically, spiritually, and socially. We are proud of our achievements and are now looking for a Headteacher who will help us build on our strengths and support and guide our school as we move forward. Situated just outside Uxbridge town centre, our school has excellent transport links as well as tube and bus services and a number of mainline stations nearby. As Headteacher, you will play a central role in shaping the future of our school, leading with integrity, compassion, and vision. You will work collaboratively with staff, governors and families to ensure our Catholic values and high standards continue to shine through in all we do. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact, supporting our school’s ongoing success and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are seeking an enthusiastic and empathetic leader who is passionate about making a difference in a thriving, community-focused school. A leader who will continue to develop the Catholic ethos of the school. If you value collaboration, are committed to the wellbeing and success of every child and adult, and are ready to support a school that is already doing well academically, we would love to hear from you. At St. Mary’s, we believe our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a supportive and caring environment, where you can thrive both personally and professionally. 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. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):Childcare disqualificationDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS)MedicalOnline and social mediaProhibition from teachingRight to workSatisfactory employment and priest references (requested and received prior to interview)Suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conditional cautions or conviction’s under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As well as a link to the following statutory document that all appointed staff are asked to read, understand and sign a declaration An enhanced DBS check will be carried out before any appointments. We follow the guidance on safer recruitment from Schools HR Co-operative as well as London Borough of Hillingdon Governance. Interested candidates are warmly invited to submit their application before the closing date of mid-day on the 10th April 2026. For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact the School Business Manager, Kayleigh Taberer via or 01895 232814 option 2. Application forms can also be returned in an envelope marked ‘confidential’ for the attention of Kayleigh Taberer, School Business Manager by hand to the school. If using Royal Mail please ensure the large letter stamps are used and envelope is weighed and correct postage ascertained. We look forward to welcoming a new Headteacher who will help us continue our journey of success and care. This appointment is formed with the collaboration of the Diocese of Westminster in partnership with the London Borough of Hillingdon.

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
Deputy Headteacher
Job overview
Deputy Headteacher
Liverpool, Merseyside
Start date: 01/09/2025
Salary: L13 - L17
Contract term: Permanent, Full Time
About the Role
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
L13 - L17
Permanent, Full Time
Start date: 01/09/2025
Apply by 01/05/2025, 23:00


