Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood

HEAD OF PEMPS/UPS + TLR2B (Fringe)Full Time Required for April or September 2026 Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an outstanding and ambitious teacher to lead our successful Physical Education department. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a happy, high-performing school that places genuine value on staff development and student achievement.We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of PE to take on the role of Head of PE. The successful candidate will have the expertise to teach PE up to GCSE and post-16, and the ability to teach an additional subject would be an advantage. You will lead a committed and passionate department that strives for excellence in both curricular and extracurricular PE.Located in the vibrant town of Brentwood, our oversubscribed girls’ Catholic school, with a co-educational Sixth Form, is renowned for its academic success and strong sense of community. As a high-achieving comprehensive school, we are proud of our motivated students and our friendly, collaborative staff team who embrace innovation and continuous improvement.This is a permanent position offering excellent opportunities for career progression. At Brentwood Ursuline, we are deeply committed to professional growth, supported by a comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development programme designed to help all staff thrive.Why join Brentwood Ursuline?Outstanding results: Consistently among the highest-achieving schools in Essex (2025)Supportive culture: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and a strong wellbeing focusPrime location: Easy access from London and Essex via the A12 and M25, with the Elizabeth Line within walking distanceIf you are passionate about inspiring young people and wish to work in a school that values excellence, wellbeing and community, we would be delighted to hear from you.Brentwood 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 required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. Please contact Miranda Freeman via email to mfreeman@buchs.co.uk or access the Apply button on Essex School Jobs online.Closing Date: Sunday 1st February 2026Please note: applications will be considered as and when received; we do not offer visa sponsorship.Interviews: As soon as can be arranged  

St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Birkenhead

Deputy HeadteacherFull TimePermanentSalary: L8-L12 £61,534- £67,8982-11 (NOR 242 currently)Due to our Deputy Headteacher being successfully appointed as a Headteacher at another school, the governors and Headteacher at St Anne’s Catholic Primary School seek to appoint an inspirational, ambitious and innovative Deputy Head teacher.St Anne’s is a successful, inclusive, one form entry school with children ranging from age two to eleven years old.At St Anne’s we value every member of our school community and we provide a therapeutic and nurturing learning environment where all our children can grow, learn and love in a safe and secure way. Christ is our role model and we use Him as our inspiration as we journey through the school.All children are encouraged to go beyond what is possible; to think for themselves, to apply their acquired knowledge and skills, to improve and to transform, to be their best self. Our children persevere through every challenge and live lives full of faith, love, hope, and ambition.We provide an exciting, experience-rich, high challenge curriculum which enables our pupils to learn and grow academically, personally and spiritually. Our pupils love school, love learning and aspire to achieve great things - ‘being their best selves’The governors at St Anne’s Catholic Primary School seek a Deputy Headteacher who:Is a practising Catholic, who is able to continue to maintain and further develop the Catholic life and mission of our schoolIs an excellent classroom practitioner who has a proven ability to enable all pupils to excelIs knowledgeable in curriculum development and has an outstanding understanding of the requirements of the National Curriculum and a strong pedagogy across the age rangesHas strong leadership skills and a proven track record of school improvement by leading staff through successful, sustained whole school initiativesIs a supportive leader who has a proven record of motivating and inspiring staff to develop and improve their own practiceHas high expectations for all and is highly professionalShows initiative and is self-motivatedReads broadly and keeps up to date with educational developments, reforms, policies and initiatives                                                                                                                                                               At St Anne’s Catholic Primary School we can offer the successful candidate:The experience of working in an outstanding Catholic Primary school, committed to shared Christian valuesA warm, welcoming and inclusive environmentKind, caring and engaging childrenA dedicated and supportive Governing BodyOngoing CPD opportunitiesThis post offers a superb opportunity to be part of a hardworking team, judged as 'good' in all areas in a recent Ofsted inspection (March 2025) and ‘outstanding’ by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate (2022). The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff.St Anne’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students.  All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines.  This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure. This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics (see guidance document).Visits prior to application are strongly recommended. Please arrange by emailing businessmanager@stannes.wirral.sch.ukClosing Date: Friday 13th February 2026 at 12 noonShortlisting: Assembly, Interview and Task: Please request application packs from Mrs S Coastbusinessmanager@stannes.wirral.sch.ukCompleted applications can be returned to this email address also.

St Marys Catholic Primary School

Hornchurch

Head Teacher Required from 1st September 2026 or soonerL19 – L25 (starting salary negotiable based on experience). NOR: 420 (2 form entry). The Governors of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Head Teacher. St Mary’s is a caring, friendly school and parish community where our Catholic Ethos is central to all that we do. Our new Head Teacher will work with Governors to shape the strategic direction of the school and will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of St Mary’s. Our new Head Teacher will lead a team that strives together in the best interest of all of our children, following the school’s values and mission statement: ‘With Jesus and through the prayers of Mary, we enjoy learning and celebrate our lives together.’ Applications are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers 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. Be passionate in promoting a clear child-centred vision. Be inclusive, aspirational and ambitious for all our children and our staff. Be a committed and engaging leader as we continue to strive for excellence.Governors are seeking someone who: · Will encourage 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 leadership. Has a secure understanding of all matters relating to safeguarding. Will be an enthusiastic team leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership parents and Parish.Will bring together a team in the school to achieve an outstanding level of education for our children.Will work hard to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential. Can demonstrate to communicate clearly and pro-actively their vision and mission.We can offer the successful candidate: Children who are committed, enthusiastic and fully engaged in their learning. Professional and dedicated staff, supportive parents, and active Governors. An enthusiastic and aspirational Senior Leadership Team and support from a PA. Excellent opportunities for further professional development. A vibrant community with an active PTA and parent body. Ofsted (2023) ‘Good’ rated school. · Catholic Inspection (2025) ‘Good’ rated school. St Mary’s 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. Please 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 information. We welcome and encourage applicants to visit our school. If required please liaise with the School Office Manager, Joanne Brooks. Information and application packs are available at admin@stmcps.co.uk and completed applications should be sent to this address also. Closing date: Friday 6th March 2026 at 5 pm Shortlisting: Thursday 12th March 2026 Interview: Friday 20th March 2026