St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre

Gloucester

The Governors of this well-established, caring Roman Catholic school require an excellent and committed Clerk to Governors.GRADE/SALARY: Grade 6 (Scale point 15 £29,093pa – Scale point 20 £31,586pa)Actual salary £5,236pa to £5,685paHOURS: 8 hours per weekJOB PURPOSE:To act as the official channel of communication to enable the governing board to function smoothly and efficiently.MAIN DUTIES:Meetings• To work with the Chair of Governing School Board and Principal in setting the Agenda for the Full Governing Board and committee meetings• To provide supporting paperwork in good time for each meeting• To agree the version of the minutes with the chair• To send copies of the minutes to all governing members• To draft correspondence and ensure that decisions are implemented as agreed at the meeting• To ensure governor information is updated on the school website• Liaise with the chair, prior to the next meeting and inform her/him of progress on action points• Ensure approved copies of the minutes are sent to all relevant bodies (e.g. LA/Diocesan Board)• Attend regular clerk briefings facilitated by the LA & Diocese• Oversee the admissions appeals procedureSt Peter’s R.C. High School & Sixth Form Centre is a mixed 11 – 18 school with 1500 pupils on roll. The Sixth Form consists of 300 students with KS5 students showing real leadership and progressing to a wide range of destinations, including prestigious universities and sought-after apprenticeships.We pride ourselves on our pastoral care and have invested in our Student Support Services who provide additional support for students with, for example, mental health issues and therefore frequently liaise with external agencies.Our MissionOur mission is to provide a rigorous and broad education within the context of a Christian environment. An understanding of the Roman Catholic faith, in line with the Gospel message, underpins the whole work of the school.We expect all staff to contribute to the Christian ethos which is the cornerstone of St Peter’sThe successful candidate will also benefit from:• Competitive pension scheme through teacher pensions’ or LGPS (including Death in Service benefit)• The School’s commitment to your professional development• Access to staff after school clubs, including, football & running• Family friendly policies• Free onsite parking• Sick pay• Free Flu JabFor further information, please download an application pack.Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Early application is therefore advised with interviews possibly being arranged in advance of the closing date. SPHS reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.Safeguarding StatementSt Peter’s RC High School and Sixth Form is committed to equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

St John's College

Cardiff

The Board of Trustees of St John’s College, Cardiff invites applications for the role of Headteacher, commencing in September 2026.St John’s College, Cardiff is a leading co-educational Catholic independent day school for over 525 pupils aged 3-18. The school is housed in a beautiful Grade II listed building, developed to offer superb modern facilities, with an exciting new Sixth Form centre five minutes’ walk from the main campus. St John’s College enjoys a national reputation for academic excellence, being consistently ranked for over two decades among the highest-achieving schools in the UK, as well as a rich and diverse co-curricular programme, and is immensely proud of its role as Choir School to Cardiff Metropolitan Cathedral Church of St. David, the seat of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Cardiff-Menevia. It is one of only two Roman Catholic cathedral schools in the United Kingdom, the other being Westminster Cathedral School.The success of St John’s College is underpinned by its Roman Catholic heritage and familial community. While maintaining a strong Catholic identity, St John’s welcomes pupils of all faiths and backgrounds.The school seeks an exceptional leader with the appropriate blend of skills, talents, experience and values to become its next Headteacher. The successful applicant will have an unwavering commitment to excellence and an aspiration for the holistic growth of young people. Most importantly, the successful applicant will uphold and develop the Catholic ethos of the school and promote the mission of the Catholic Church in education, both of which are fundamental and crucial to the role. As such, it is an occupational requirement for the successful candidate to be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Catholic Church.An attractive package, commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate, will be offered.

St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Romford

Head TeacherRequired from 1 January 2026Group 3:  L19 – L25 (starting salary based on experience)NOR:   416 (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 caring, friendly, supportive and diverse school: a spiritually enriched community where our Catholic ethos is central to all that we do. Following our existing Head Teacher’s decision to retire in July 2025, we are seeking a new Head Teacher who will work with the 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 new Head Teacher will lead a team that strives together in the best interest of all our children, following the school’s mission statement: “Like St. Peter, we know and love God our creator, Jesus our friend and the Holy Spirit our helper. We celebrate the joy of learning together, growing as individuals and as a loving community” Applications are invited from Head Teachers and Deputy 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 a champion of inclusion, aspiration, diversity, equality and well-being for all our pupils, staff and the community we serve.Be passionate in promoting a clear child-centred vision.Governors are seeking someone who:Will champion 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 preferably in an urban setting.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 and parish.Will lead the 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.Will promote a culture where everyone is valued and respected.We can offer the successful candidate:A welcoming, Christ centred community with a strong Catholic ethos.Well behaved, respectful and enthusiastic children who thrive in our positive environment.Work colleagues who are hardworking, supportive of one another and committed to ensuring that every child’s wellbeing and safety is a priority.Engaging parents who support the school and their children’s learning.Strategic governors who are committed to school self-evaluation.An active, thriving PA.An attractive working environment and well-maintained premises that enjoy the benefits of extended facilities.Excellent opportunities for further professional development.Ofsted 2022: ‘Good’.  Rated Outstanding for Behaviour and attitudes, Personal development and Early years provision.Section 48 Inspection 2022: ‘Outstanding’ We warmly welcome and encourage applicants to visit our school, please contact the School Office for more information. Application packs are available from: office@st-peters.havering.sch.uk  Completed applications should be sent to this address.  Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches. Closing date: Monday 29 September 2025 by 12 noonShortlisting:  Wednesday 8 October 2025Interview:  Friday 17 October 2025Please 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).