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St Benedict's Catholic High School

St Benedict's Catholic High School

Whitehaven

Senior Teaching Assistant

Required as soon as possibleNJC Scale 4 £26,403 – £28,142 per annum pro rataPart time, term time only   30 hours and 5 minutes per week over 5 days(actual salary £19,235 – £20,502 based on 46.6 weeks) We are seeking to recruit a Senior Teaching Assistant to provide 1: 1 and small group support in classes for students with a Special Education Need or Disability.  You need to have good literacy and numeracy skills and a relevant NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification; appropriate experience as a Teaching Assistant would be preferred.  This is a part time term time only post fixed term to 17th July 2026 in the first instance dependant on student numbers in September 2026. St Benedict’s 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. Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

Brentwood

Assistant Headteacher (Head of Sixth Form)

Governors are seeking to appoint, from September 2026, a suitably experienced and qualified individual to join the Senior Leadership Team of our thriving Catholic school.   Assistant Headteachers at BUCHS contribute to a flexible leadership structure in which areas of responsibility may develop over time, supporting both school priorities and the professional development of senior leaders. The successful candidate will, in the first instance, lead our Sixth Form as Head of Sixth Form, working closely with the Headteacher to shape and further develop our flourishing co-educational provision. This represents a particularly exciting moment in the school’s development. With Sixth Form numbers continuing to grow and a new purpose-built, state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre opening in September 2026, the successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to shape the future of Sixth Form education at Brentwood Ursuline. They will play a pivotal role in developing an ambitious vision for academic excellence, enrichment and student leadership, ensuring that our Sixth Form continues to provide an exceptional environment in which young people can thrive and prepare for the next stage of their education and careers. Located in the vibrant town of Brentwood, our popular and oversubscribed Catholic girls’ school, which includes a co-educational Sixth Form, is renowned for its academic excellence and strong community ethos. As one of the highest-performing comprehensive schools in Essex, we are proud to have a motivated, supportive and friendly staff team that values collaboration and innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher to join our Senior Leadership Team. This permanent position offers the opportunity to teach at GCSE and Post-16 level. The ability to teach History and/or Business Studies would be preferred, but we will consider other subjects. At Brentwood Ursuline, we are committed to supporting your professional development. Our comprehensive staff training programme provides excellent opportunities for both personal and professional growth, enabling you to continue to develop and excel in your career. If you are ready to inspire the next generation in a school that values excellence, wellbeing and community, we would love to hear from you. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Please contact Miranda Freeman via email at or apply via the Essex School Jobs website using the Apply button. Closing Date: Wednesday 25 March 2026Please note: Applications will be considered upon receipt. We do not offer visa sponsorship.Interviews: To be arranged as soon as possible.

Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School

Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School

Plymouth

Headteacher

Thank you for your interest in applying for the post of Headteacher of Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School, Plymouth within Plymouth CAST Multi Academy Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to join the skilled leadership team within our Multi Academy Trust of thirty-four Catholic schools and one nursery, formed in 2014. There are two secondary schools in the Trust, both are single sex schools based in Plymouth, and thirty-two primary schools. In geographical terms the Trust extends across seven local authority areas from Cornwall to Dorset. We have 1,150 staff and educate 6,700 children and young people. Our head office is located at St Boniface College in Plymouth. Plymouth CAST has a strong focus on school improvement, underpinned by our Catholic values. Twenty-nine of our schools are currently Good or Outstanding and there is a strong positive momentum towards Good for all schools in the Trust. We are passionately committed to the core aspiration of Catholic education which is the flourishing of the human person for the common good. To that end we have developed collaborative working through a cluster model to ensure that local expertise and best practice in our schools is shared and developed. Each of our schools are supported by a School Improvement Officer. The School Improvement Officers are managed by the Director of Education, who, with the Chief Finance Officer and Chief Operating Officer, make up the Senior Executive Management Team, led by the Chief Executive. The Diocese of Plymouth has appointed a Diocesan Schools Commissioner, who works closely with the Chief Executive and the schools within the Trust, to ensure that the Bishop’s vision for education is actively promoted and embedded in all that we do.

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).