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St Saviour's Catholic Primary School
London
Deputy Headteacher
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher (L8 – L12) with some teaching responsibility (0.6 - 0.7) to start September 2026 or earlier. St Saviour’s RC Primary School is seeking an inspirational Catholic leader with a passion for nurturing both academic excellence and a caring, faith-filled environment. St Saviour’s is a one form entry voluntary aided Roman Catholic school with diverse intake of pupils creating a multi-cultural school community. It is a good opportunity to join our thriving and evolving school community under a new leadership to shape the next chapter for the school. Following our Good Ofsted outcome in March 2025, we continue to strengthen our culture of excellence, inclusion and compassion. To book a visit please contact the school Business Manager, Mrs Reid, on 02088524283 to arrange this. We would warmly welcome visits to our school during the following times: Application documents can be obtained on our school website: or call the school office on 02088524283 to request these and it will be emailed out to you. St Saviour’s Roman Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people especially the most vulnerable. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks. References may be taken up before interviews along with social media checks. Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.

St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend
Gravesend
Class Teacher
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and motivated teacher to join our St John’s family, who is fully able to support the aims and ethos of our wonderful Catholic school. The successful applicant will be someone who is passionate about developing the best in all children and helping us achieve our mission “to live our lives to the full.” We are looking for creativity and imagination - someone who sets high expectations for themselves and others. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we find a suitable applicant or receive a high volume of suitable applications St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all appointments are made subject to an enhanced DBS Check, Occupational Health Check and satisfactory references.

St Marys Catholic Primary School
Hornchurch
Head Teacher
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: Applications are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers with outstanding leadership experience. 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 and completed applications should be sent to this address also.

Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Headteacher
Job overview
Headteacher
Benfleet, Essex
Start date: September 2026
Salary: Group 2 L1-L5
Contract term: Full Time, Permanent
About the Role
DEPUTY HEADTEACHER
required by September 2026
Group 2 L1-L5
N.O.R 203
The Governors of Holy Family Catholic Primary School wish to appoint an applicant with demonstrable experience as an excellent Catholic practitioner and teacher for this rewarding deputy headteacher role. The successful candidate will be an ambitious team player with a commitment to continuous school improvement, who will nurture the children and contribute to leading the staff to excel. We are keen to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who will ensure that Holy Family continues to provide a broad curriculum, rooted in Gospel values. As a practicing Catholic, your drive and vision will help us continue to maximise the development and achievements of all our children, as well as contributing to our local community and wider Trust community of schools. The successful candidate will have the aspiration, resilience, and ability to support the new Headteacher following their appointment, building positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff and parents and create a culture of learning and ambition that will see our children develop, grow, and contribute as an active member in society today.
We want our Deputy Headteacher to:-
- Be a committed practicing Catholic and to support the Catholic ethos of our Catholic School, including the spiritual development of the pupils and the school’s role within the community.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead, enthuse and motivate others and develop effective partnerships.
- Continue to raise aspirations and achievements of all our children through support and challenge;
- Secure high quality teaching and learning, with the ability to identify and sustain long term improvement;
- Use resources, intellect, creativity, and innovation to be successful.
- Have a positive and optimistic approach; be proactive, resilient, and confident; be an excellent multitasker;
- Be passionately committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff.
We can offer you:-
- Enthusiastic children who are proud of their school and their achievements
- A supportive, welcoming and caring ethos throughout the school based on the values of the Catholic faith;
- The opportunity to work with delightful children and a team of talented and conscientious staff committed to working together with our supportive parents to provide the best education and support for all our pupils;
- An enthusiastic, supportive and dedicated Local Governing Committee and Trust Board;
- The benefits of extensive support and collaboration across our Trust schools and the wider Diocese of Brentwood and can provide the successful applicant with opportunities for further professional development.
Please contact Claire Fantini, HR Manager, at the Assisi Registered Office on 01702 344933 or by email on recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com if you have any questions.
Full details of the post and relevant application form are available from the HR Manager by contacting the above email address. All applicants must complete the CES Senior Leadership Application Form to be considered for this vacancy and submit it to recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com. Electronic applications are required to be signed by applicants invited to interview prior to interview.
This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics (see guidance document).
Assisi Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS clearance. References will be sought and an online search carried out on applicants as part of our due diligence.
Closing Date: 30th April 2026 (midnight)
Shortlisting: 8th May 2026 Formal Interviews: 15th May 2026
Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Group 2 L1-L5
Full Time, Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Apply by 29/04/2026, 23:00
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