Recent Vacancies
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School
London
Experienced Class Teacher required (MPS/UPS and ECT’s welcome to apply)
St Agnes Catholic Primary is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic class teacher to join our thriving school community. We are looking for candidates who possess a genuine passion for education coupled with a strong knowledge of the curriculum. The successful candidate will be a creative individual, who can inspire and motivate our pupils, making learning an engaging and enjoyable experience. Team players are essential, as collaboration is at the heart of our school ethos. You will be committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive classroom atmosphere, ensuring learning is memorable and motivating for all pupils. Our school was graded as maintaining outstanding in all areas in our most recent Ofsted inspection (March 2025) with no areas for improvement for the second consecutive inspection. Inspectors commented ‘Pupils are happy and thrive at this school’ ‘The curriculum at the school is highly ambitious’ Leaders are mindful of workload, they take into account staff well-being when making decisions’. Our February 2022 section 48 inspection graded us as outstanding in both the RE Curriculum and the Catholic Life of the School. Please feel free to look at our detailed website to get a flavour of who we are, in addition we are happy to show visitors around our wonderful school. Please contact us to arrange a convenient time. CES application forms are available from and returnable to the school. Please phone or email for an application pack.St Agnes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy
St. Helens
Cover Superviser
The Governors of this popular, co-educational 11-16 school wish to appoint an experienced Cover Supervisor to cover classes in all subject areas throughout the age and ability range. This would be a good opportunity for graduates or teaching assistants who are looking to gain experience in a secondary school to progress their career. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced disclosure certificate. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Completed application forms should be sent to marked for the attention of Mrs G Lynch, Headteacher.
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
New Malden
Class Teacher
The Governing Body of this happy, successful school wish to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher for September 2026 to join our friendly and dedicated staff team. Corpus Christi is a two form entry Catholic Primary School which was graded as good in our last Ofsted inspection. Ofsted said ‘Corpus Christi “is a school where everyone is included and valued.” “The school’s values inform all aspects of school life.” (Ofsted, October 2025) Applications are welcome from both practicing Catholics and those who can demonstrate and model our Christian values. We are happy to receive applications from ECT’s as well as experienced teachers. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments to this post will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and references. If you would like any further information about our school please visit our website, or contact the school office by email to or by phone on 020 8942 2645.
St Marys Catholic Primary School
Head Teacher
Job overview
Headteacher
Hornchurch
Start date: 1st September 2026 or sooner
Salary: L19 – L25 (starting salary negotiable based on experience).
Contract term: Permanent
About the Role
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 1st May 2026 at 5 pm
Shortlisting: Thursday 11th May 2026
Interview: Monday 18th May 2026
L19 – L25 (starting salary negotiable based on experience).
Permanent
Start date: 1st September 2026 or sooner
Apply by 01/05/2026, 16:00