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St Damian's RC Science College
Ashton-under-Lyne
Headteacher
St Damian’s RC Science College is a highly regarded and heavily oversubscribed Catholic school, where the safety, wellbeing and dignity of every child are paramount. We are deeply committed to creating a culture in which pupils feel safe, valued and able to flourish academically, spiritually and emotionally. The Governors are seeking to appoint an inspirational, strategic and values driven Headteacher to lead the College into its next phase of excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who, builds upon strong foundations and continues to secure excellent outcomes for all pupils and places safeguarding at the heart of school life. The successful candidate will be a practicing Catholic and passionately committed to exceptional teaching and learning, able to inspire pupils of all abilities and fully supportive of the Catholic ethos of the College. They will work closely with an experienced and dedicated leadership team to ensure that St Damian’s continues to be a highly successful Catholic school, where high expectations combined with excellent pastoral care. At St Damian’s, safeguarding is integral to our work and underpins all that we do. Our pupils thrive because they are known, heard and protected, and leaders are vigilant in ensuring robust safeguarding systems, a strong commitment to continuous learning and a culture of care. The Headteacher will lead by example, ensuring that safeguarding remains a shared responsibility and a lived value across the whole school community. Located on the Tameside and Oldham border, St Damian’s is widely recognised for the quality of care it provides for pupils and the professional development opportunities afforded to colleagues. Staff wellbeing is a priority, with a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration and support. Prospective applicants are welcome to contact Angela Ogden 0161 330 5974 to arrange a visit to learn more about the role and our community. St Damian’s Roman Catholic Science College is wholly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is a fundamental priority, embedded within leadership practice, governance oversight and daily school life. All staff and leaders are expected to share this commitment and to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct. Any appointment will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and other pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance. On-line checks will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.

Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
London
SENDco
Do you have a passion for improving the educational opportunities of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? The Governors of our 2 form-entry school wish to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic SENDCO who shows relentless dedication to school improvement. Come and visit our School (virtually or in person) to see a fully resourced modern learning environment where children and staff thrive under a dynamic and caring staff and leadership team. Interviews: The school may interview and offer on receipt of an application before the closing date. Our Lady & St Joseph Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children (including those in the EYFS) and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protections screening including checks with past employers and a DBS check Please send all completed application forms to - stating in the subject line the start date of the position you are applying for.

Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
London
Assistant Headteacher – Inclusion & SEND
Our Lady & St Joseph Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspirational Assistant Headteacher – Inclusion & SEND - to join our senior leadership team from September 2026. You will lead the strategic development of high‑quality, inclusive provision for pupils with SEND and those who are disadvantaged, ensuring that every child flourishes academically, spiritually and personally. We are a welcoming and inclusive Catholic primary school in the heart of Tower Hamlets, with a strong Catholic ethos and a diverse, vibrant school community. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader, with the NASENCO qualification (or a willingness to undertake it), a proven record of impact in raising standards, and a passion for inclusive education. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner who can lead, motivate and inspire staff, work effectively with external partners and confidently lead Inclusion in Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School. In return, we offer happy and enthusiastic pupils, a dedicated and supportive staff team, strong support from governors and parents, and a firm commitment to your professional development and leadership growth. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange an informal discussion or tour with the Executive Headteacher Please send all completed application forms to - stating in the subject line the start date of the position you are applying for

Botwell House Catholic Primary School
Assistant Headteacher
Job overview
Assistant Headteacher
Hayes, Middlesex
Start date: Required for September 2025:
Salary: L8-12 £63,117 - £69,239
Contract term: Full Time, Permanent
About the Role
Required for September 2025:
Assistant Headteacher
L8-12 £63,117 - £69,239
Are you looking forward to your next leadership challenge?
Working alongside other senior leaders you will play a significant part in the strategic and operational management, development and ethical catholic leadership of our school. You will ensure the achievement of our ethos, aims and objectives with a particular focus on the quality of education here at Botwell House Catholic Primary School.
We are a large, very friendly school that lives its Mission Statement to follow Christ’s words:
“Love one another as I have loved you,”
by showing Care, Courtesy and Concern in our actions, thoughts and words.
We are seeking a dynamic, flexible and driven catholic assistant headteacher that can support the school community to achieve its vision for excellence for all children in this evolving world that we live in.
As Assistant Headteacher you will be instrumental in ensuring there is consistency, sequencing and rigour to our curriculum design which is underpinned by strong pedagogy so that all our children’s God-given talents are nurtured effectively.
We’re looking for a talented leader who:
- Is an advocate for every single child
- Can drive the leadership of R.E as the core of the core curriculum
- Ensures high quality inclusive teaching and learning through effective monitoring and coaching.
- Is an effective communicator at all levels
- Can support our school mission statement and ethos
- Has either extensive experience of a leadership role in a large catholic primary school or has been preparing for an opportunity such as this.
- Has a sense of humour!
We are proud to offer you:
- A friendly and supportive positive professional staff
- A diverse, inclusive and vibrant catholic community
- Excellent opportunities for research enriched professional Learning.
Come and look around our friendly, happy school to experience first-hand our caring ethos and see our wonderful children actively engaged in their learning.
Botwell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offers will be made subject to an enhanced DBS check and strong references, which will be taken up before interview.
Closing date for applications: Noon, Friday 16th May 2025
Interviews: Week beginning: 19th May 2025
L8-12 £63,117 - £69,239
Full Time, Permanent
Start date: Required for September 2025:
Apply by 16/05/2025, 11:00
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