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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Dovercourt

Head of School

The Trustees of the Rosary Trust and the Governors of St Joseph's Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Head of School from 1st January 2027. St Joseph's is a caring, friendly school and community where our Catholic Ethos is central to all we do. Our new Head of School will be well-supported by all stakeholders and will have the benefit of a close network of colleagues in the CMAT. Our new Head of School will work with the Local Governing Body and the Rosary Trust to shape the strategic direction of the school, and will be responsible for day to day leadership and management of St Joseph's. Our new Head of School will lead a team that strive together in the best interest all our children, following the school’s Mission Statement: In our Catholic School, with God at the centre of our lives, we offer every child a high standard of education. We meet individual needs, in a caring and loving community, which celebrates our faith. We follow in St Joseph's footsteps, building a community of love, trust, respect and learning Applicants are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers with outstanding leadership experience. We warmly welcome and encourage applicants to contact our school and speak to Mrs G Colley SBM to obtain further information and arrange a date to tour the school. An application pack is available on request. 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 St Joseph'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.

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood

Pastoral and Inclusion Support Co-ordinator

A position has become available within the school for a Pastoral and Inclusion Support Assistant and other school duties. The successful candidates will have a conscientious approach teamed with good organisational and IT skills. See job description for full details. Usual Hours are likely to be 8.30 am - 4.00 pm including 30 minutes unpaid lunch break (to be taken outside school lunch hour). Note there is a requirement for some evening work on occasions e.g. Parent Events. Term time plus 10 days, with exact dates and hours to be confirmed. Some of these days will be required during the public examination results period in August. BUCHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all its employees to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood

Ad Hoc Exam Invigilators

As and when required during term time – particularly during May and June Public Examination period but also at other times during the school year. Rate of Pay: £13.64 per hour (plus £1.65 per hour for holiday pay) based on LGPS Scale 2 Point 5 (Fringe). This role involves working as part of our invigilation team supervising examinations in school, invigilators have a key role in upholding the integrity of the external examination/assessment process Hours and availability of work are both variable and flexible with key periods of employment during the months of September, February, May and June. Training will be provided. The successful candidate would be someone willing to work flexibly in a team under the management of the Exams Officer. Applications will be considered as and when received and interviews will be held in early September 2026. BUCHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all its employees to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

St Peter's Catholic Primary School

St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Head Teacher

Job overview

Headteacher

Billericay, Essex

Start date: Required from 1st January 2026

Salary: Group 3: L18 – L24 (starting salary based on experience)

Contract term: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role

Head Teacher

Required from 1st January 2026

Group 3: L18 – L24 (starting salary based on experience)

NOR: 419 (two-form entry)

The Governors of St Peter’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational, dedicated and dynamic Head Teacher, from January 2026. St Peter’s is a forward thinking, creative and values driven school 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 Peter’s. Our Head Teacher will have high expectations, enabling children to flourish, leading a team that prioritises  children’s learning and staff’s development, following the school’s mission statement:

“Loving and learning together, with Jesus.” 

Applications are invited from Head Teachers and Deputy Head Teachers with strong 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.

Governors are seeking someone who:

  • Will inspire and empower staff at all levels
  • Can demonstrate a proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadership.
  • Is passionately committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff.
  • Will be an enthusiastic leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents, parish and school partnerships
  • Will further develop the team to achieve an exemplary level of education for our children.
  • Will ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential.
  • Will promote a culture where everyone is valued and respected.

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.
  • Excellent opportunities for further professional development.
  • Ofsted (2024): ‘Outstanding’ and CSI Inspection (2019): ‘Outstanding’
  • Teacher’s Pension Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme

We warmly welcome and encourage applicants to visit our school, please speak with the School Business Manager, Teresa Lammin, for more information. Application packs are available at: finance@st-peters-pri.essex.sch.uk. Completed applications should be sent to this address. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches.

Closing date:        Friday 6th June 2025 by 3pm

Shortlisting:         Wednesday 18th June 2025

Interview:            Wednesday 25th June 2025

Please note we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

St Peter’s Catholic Primary School 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. Applications should be on a CES application form from the application pack 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 before attending an interview. This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics (see guidance document).