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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Leeds

Headteacher - St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Due to the retirement of our current Headteacher, the Directors of the St Gregory the Great Catholic Multi Academy Trust are seeking to appoint a visionary and inspirational Headteacher. This is a rare opportunity to lead a school with a rich and diverse culture, committed to providing the best educational experience for all our pupils, rooted in the Gospel values of Jesus Christ. We are seeking to appoint a committed and practising Catholic, who shares our vision and passion for providing the best opportunities for our pupils, and has the drive and ambition to build on the successes of our school. We are seeking someone who will strive to uphold and continue to develop the strong moral values throughout our school, and wider community. St Augustine’s is a popular school with a pupil-centred approach, well supported by parents/carers and the local community. We have high aspirations for all members of our community to be the best versions of themselves, and fulfil their potential. Visits to school are warmly welcomed, in the first instance please email Asim Ahmed, Head of Human Resources on  to arrange an informal discussion, Our Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The details of the DBS Code of Conduct can be found here: .

St Damian's RC Science College

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

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 Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School

St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School

Headteacher

Job overview

Headteacher

Chester, Cheshire

Start date: 01/01/2026

Salary: L12-L21

Contract term: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

 Headteacher

 Job overview

 Cheshire West & Chester

Start date: 01/01/2026

Salary: L12 - L21

Contract term: Full Time

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About the role

 St. Werburgh’s and St Columba’s is a happy, vibrant and successful primary school in the outskirts of Chester in the Diocese of Shrewsbury. Rooted in Gospel values, we provide a warm, nurturing environment, with committed staff, supportive Governors, enthusiastic learners and a wide school community. We are committed to developing the whole child academically, spiritually and socially to follow in Jesus’ footsteps to love, learn and laugh.

 Our much loved Headteacher is due to retire in December 2025 and Governors are looking to appoint an ambitious, creative and determined leader to continue driving our school forward.

 Our school enjoys a strong reputation, with a supportive community that embraces its vision and Catholic ethos. This is an excellent opportunity for a practising Catholic who is dynamic, forward-thinking, and able to collaborate effectively with staff, pupils, senior leaders, and governors to help lead our school.

 We are seeking a Headteacher who:

 ●       Is a committed and practising Catholic with a strong personal faith.

●       Will be a visionary leader, capable of building upon our existing strengths while driving forward further improvement.

●       Strong strategic vision and excellent communication skills

●       Has the ambition, creativity and determination to ensure every child receives the best education.

●       Will inspire and support staff, value collaboration and maintain strong partnerships with parents, the parish and wider community.

 

Please find our most recent reports and awards below:

 -        Consistently strong and above average SATS outcomes

 -        RE inspection April 2025

 -        OFSTED inspection July 2024

 -        Eco school with Distinction

 -        Arts mark Gold

 -        Gold school games award

 We are very proud of our most recent inspection (July 2024) where inspectors made the following judgements:

-        Pupils relish being part of the happy school community. They do their best to live up to the school motto and ‘love, learn, laugh’ as much as possible.

-        Pupils enjoy welcoming new friends into their school. Pupils build exceptionally strong relationships with each other and with staff.

-        Behaviour is exemplary. Pupils play well together, making sure that everyone is included.

-        Pupils are curious and committed learners. They have a thirst for knowledge. There is an industrious atmosphere in school. As a result, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve highly across the curriculum.

 

There is a lot of information about our school within this application pack and on our school website: https://www.lovelearnlaugh.org.uk/

Visits to our school are most welcome and can be booked by appointment with Mrs Sarah Farrell our School Business Manager admin@lovelearnlaugh.org.uk 

 Links

Chair of Governors invitation letter

Here is the Application form, please ensure you make a copy before attempting to complete it.

Job description

Person specification

Guidance for securing a faith reference here

 Completed application forms should be returned via email to Julie.English@dioceseofshrewsbury.org  no later than 9am on September 19th 2025.

Interviews will be held on the 25th & 26th September 2025

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St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School

Chester, CH2 3AD

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L12-L21

Permanent, Full Time

Start date: 01/01/2026

Apply by 19/09/2025, 08:00