Full Time

Salary Range: L15 to L21

HeadteacherRequired for 1st September 2026Permanent, Full-timeNOR: 210Salary Range: L15 to L21The Governors of St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and visionary Headteacher, who is a committed and practising Catholic from 1st September 2026. We are looking for a leader who will build on our strong foundations and outstanding achievements working collaboratively with dedicated staff, supportive governors and our wider community."Following in the footsteps of St Francis; we love God,learning together as a community,using our hands, our heads, and our hearts."Applicants are invited from Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers or Assistant Headteachers 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.Champion our children's individual strengths and needs, ensuring every child reaches their full potential.Lead with excellence and high expectations of achievement and behaviour and will seek to create an environment in which children flourish emotionally, socially, academically and spiritually.Be a visible, approachable, and values-driven leader witha clear vision for outstanding teaching and learning.Be inclusive, aspirational and ambitious for all our children and our staffBe excited about the opportunities that St Francis Catholic Primary School offers.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 leadershipHas a secure understanding of all matters relating to safeguardingWill use their enthusiastic leadership qualities to ensure our committed staff continue to grow and develop.Lead with integrity, warmth, and resilience-embracing challenge and celebrating success.Works tirelessly to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential.We can offer the successful candidate:Children who are exceptionally well behaved, committed, enthusiastic and fully engaged in their learningProfessional and dedicated staff, supportive parents, and active GovernorsAn enthusiastic and aspirational Senior Leadership TeamExcellent opportunities for further professional developmentGood track record in terms of Ofsted (February 2019 & June 2024) and CSI (May 2023)Well-resourced classrooms within an excellent school building and groundsA healthy budget to support continued growth and improvement.We warmly welcome and encourage applicants to contact our school and speak to Mrs Sue Miller, SBM to obtain further information and arrange a date to tour the school. An application pack is available to download.Completed applications should be sent to the school, markedFAO: Lucy Clayton (Chair of Governors)St Francis Catholic Primary SchoolGilchrist WayBraintreeCM7 2SYClosing Date: 2nd February 2026Shortlisting date: 11th February 2026Interview Date: 25th February 2026Please 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 informationSt Francis 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.Supporting DocumentsConsent to obtain references (from Parish Priest and Professional Referees)Headteacher Person Specification & Job DescriptionRecruitment Pack CES Model Application Forms and Supplementary Forms- Notes to applicantInformation about the SchoolOur school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check, medical clearance and references are required for appointment to this post.