Recent Vacancies
St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School
London
Headteacher
The Governors of St Scholastica’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Headteacher to take up the post in January or April 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for a practising Catholic leader to guide our welcoming, caring and close-knit school community into its next chapter. Our mission, ‘Living, Loving and Learning through Christ’, is the beating heart of our inclusive school and our Catholic ethos is central to all that we do. We value and nurture every child, meeting their individual needs and enabling them to flourish academically, spiritually and personally. Our most recent Ofsted inspection, in January 2025, judged the school to be Good in all areas inspected, while our Catholic Schools Inspection, in June 2023, judged the school to be Outstanding in all areas. Our new Headteacher will work with the Governing Body to shape the strategic direction of the school and will be responsible for its day-to-day leadership and management. They will lead a committed staff team that works together in the best interests of every child and will be well supported by governors, staff, families, the parish, the Archdiocese of Westminster, Hackney Education and the wider school community. The successful candidate will also undertake the role of SENCo for the remainder of the 2026/27 academic year. Applications are welcomed from existing Headteachers and from experienced Deputy or Assistant Headteachers who can demonstrate successful and sustained leadership and are ready to take the next step in their career. We warmly welcome and encourage prospective applicants to visit St Scholastica's before applying. This will provide an opportunity to meet our children and staff, experience the warmth of our community and learn more about our ambitions for the future. Visits will be hosted by Davina Attara, Co-Chair of Governors. Candidates are asked to book one of the available visit slots below by contacting the school office. Full details of the post and the CES SLT appointment documentation are available from the school website: . All applicants must complete the CES SLT Application Form. Submit completed application forms to Chandrika Sashidharan, Peripatetic School Business Manager, at This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics in accordance with the guidance of the Catholic Education Service. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-appointment vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance including an Enhanced DBS check. References will be sought and online searches will be carried out for all applicants invited to interview. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Hackney Council and the schools within our borough work to eradicate discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, age and marital status. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class.
The Federation of St Anne’s and St Martin’s Catholic Primary Schools
Reading
Year 6 Teacher (Maternity Cover)
St Anne’s Catholic Primary School is a welcoming and vibrant community where children are encouraged to learn, grow and flourish. Our pupils are enthusiastic about their learning, curious about the world around them and caring towards others. We have high expectations for every child, while ensuring that school is a happy and enjoyable place to learn. To arrange a visit to the school or to discuss the position further, please contact the Bursar or ring 0118 9375537 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by employer.
The Cathedral School of St Mary
Plymouth
Deputy Headteacher
Do you have the vision, drive, and leadership skills to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking an inspirational and strategic leader to join our senior leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future direction of our school, working closely with colleagues, pupils, families, and the wider Trust to secure excellence in teaching, learning, and pastoral care. If you are motivated, caring, and eager to contribute to our school community, we would love to hear from you.
St Michael's Catholic Primary School
Headteacher
Job overview
Headteacher
London
Start date: Required from January 2027 or April 2027
Salary: Salary L15-21 (Inner London)
Contract term: Full Time, Permanent
About the Role
Headteacher
Are you a visionary leader ready to guide a ‘Good’ school toward even greater heights in East London?
Required from January 2027 or April 2027 Salary L15-21 (Inner London) Permanent, Full Time
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust, working in partnership with the Diocese of Brentwood, is seeking 2 dynamic, passionate, and inspirational Headteachers to lead two of our vibrant primary schools in Newham, St Michael’s and St Francis’. Building upon our solid foundations, replacing the existing executive head model with 2 headteachers, we are looking for committed practicing Catholics with the drive, vision, and pedagogical expertise to lead us into our next exciting chapter of excellence.
About Our Trust and Schools
Rooted in Christ, our Trust is a collaborative family of 8 primary schools across the London Boroughs of Newham and Waltham Forest, dedicated to giving every child an exceptional education. Our schools are warm, welcoming communities where our Catholic ethos infuses every aspect of daily life. By joining our Trust, you will not lead in isolation. You will benefit from a highly supportive central executive team, shared pedagogical expertise, and a network of peer Headteachers who collaborate closely to raise standards across our communities.
To find out more please visit:
www.st-francis.newham.sch.uk www.st-michaels.newham.sch.uk
The Role
As a Headteacher in either St Michael’s or St Francis’, you will provide the strategic vision, spiritual leadership, and everyday inspiration needed to build upon our inclusive environments. You will empower a dedicated staff team, engage deeply with our diverse communities, and ensure that every pupil, regardless of their starting point, thrives academically, socially, and spiritually.
The successful candidate will:
- Be a Practicing Catholic: A practicing Catholic with a deep commitment to Catholic education and the spiritual development of children and staff.
- Proven School Leader: A proven Senior Leader with a strong track record of sustaining high standards and driving continuous school improvement while promoting a culture where everyone is valued and respected.
- Dynamic Communicator: A dynamic communicator capable of inspiring and engaging our staff and pupils.
- Forward-Thinking Professional: A resilient, forward-thinking professional who champion a curriculum that our teachers will be excited to teach and will inspire our children to learn.
- Fun loving: Have a sense of fun and a desire to make school a happy place.
- Appreciates Collaboration: Will be an enthusiastic leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with all stakeholders and will bring together a team in the school to achieve an outstanding education for all.
What We Offer
- Dedicated staff, supportive parents, Governors and Trustees.
- A cluster Local Governing Committee that works across both schools.
- A Senior Leadership Team ready, willing and able to work together.
- Excellent opportunities for further professional development.
- All the benefits of working with the established group of Trust Head Teachers
- Centralised support (Finance, IT, and Estates) allowing you to focus on education standards and spiritual leadership.
- Significant professional development opportunities, including structured executive leadership pathways within the Trust and Diocesan networks.
- A dedicated, welcoming, and hard-working school team and a diverse student body.
Key Responsibilities
- Spiritual & Strategic Leadership: Preserve and develop the distinctive Catholic character of the school, ensuring Gospel values are at the heart of the curriculum, daily life, and the wider Diocesan mission.
- Educational Excellence: Maintain and elevate the high expectations for teaching and learning, driving a rigorous, broad, and engaging inclusive curriculum that meets the needs of our diverse Newham community.
- Culture and Community: Foster an inclusive, safe, and joyful environment where pupil well-being, excellent behaviour, and pastoral care are paramount.
- People Development: Can demonstrate a proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadership.
- With our Trust Standards Lead to nurture talent within the school, providing high quality professional development and supporting staff well-being.
- Collaborative Growth: Work closely with Trust leadership and local governors to share best practices and contribute to the wider Trust mission with future opportunities to work across other trust school.
How to Apply
St Francis’ and St Michael’s warmly welcomes the opportunity for potential candidates to visit. If you would like to arrange a visit or require further information about this exciting opportunity, please email info@olog.org.uk
Please email info@olog.org.uk for an application pack.
Applications are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers with outstanding leadership experience.
Closing date: Monday 12th October by midday
Shortlisting: Friday 16th October
Interview: Wednesday 21st October
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Salary L15-21 (Inner London)
Full Time, Permanent
Start date: Required from January 2027 or April 2027
Apply by 12/10/2026, 11:00
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