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Romero Catholic Academy Trust
About Our Trust
Romero Catholic Academy Trust is a flourishing family of Catholic primary and secondary schools in the Diocese of Salford, inspired by the life and witness of St Oscar Romero. Rooted in the motto “aspire not to have more, but to be more,” the Trust emphasises Faith, Service, Aspiration and Collaboration, seeking excellent teaching, strong leadership and the holistic development of every child. As a growing multi‑academy trust established in 2019, it focuses on staff development, wellbeing and shared improvement across its schools, offering rich opportunities for professional learning and career progression. Prospective job candidates can expect a values‑driven, supportive environment where Catholic ethos, community engagement and high ambitions for pupils and staff are central to everyday practice.
Latest Vacancies
Behaviour, Attendance & Safeguarding Lead
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Bacup
St Mary’s RC Primary School is a warm, welcoming and inclusive Catholic school in the heart of Bacup. As the only Catholic School in the town we are proud to serve a diverse and thriving community. Our community is one in which we aim for our pupils to be safe, happy and successful in a positive atmosphere where every person is known, valued and given the support and guidance they need while being excited by the challenges and opportunities before them. The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of St Mary’s RC Primary School, are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, resilient and compassionate Behaviour, Attendance and Safeguarding Lead to join our team. This is a pivotal role in shaping the pastoral life of the school and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive both academically and personally. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational oversight of behaviour, attendance and safeguarding across the school. They will promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and restorative approaches while supporting the development and consistent implementation of the school’s behaviour systems. Safeguarding responsibilities will run within this role and underpin all decisions. A key aspect of the role will involve analysing behaviour and attendance data, identifying patterns or trends, and implementing targeted interventions to secure improvement whilst proactively working with families to overcome barriers. The successful candidate will also be confident to professionally challenge safeguarding concerns, report on and analyse safeguarding data and lead meetings held at school level. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 873123 or sbm@stmarys.romerocat.com. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£32,061.00 - £36,363.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 7, SCP 19 - 25 £32,061 - £36,363 FTE [£28,535.97 - £32,364.97 pro-rata]
Full Time
Apply by 13/03/2026, 12:00
Behaviour, Attendance & Safeguarding Lead
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Bacup
St Mary’s RC Primary School is a warm, welcoming and inclusive Catholic school in the heart of Bacup. As the only Catholic School in the town we are proud to serve a diverse and thriving community. Our community is one in which we aim for our pupils to be safe, happy and successful in a positive atmosphere where every person is known, valued and given the support and guidance they need while being excited by the challenges and opportunities before them. The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of St Mary’s RC Primary School, are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, resilient and compassionate Behaviour, Attendance and Safeguarding Lead to join our team. This is a pivotal role in shaping the pastoral life of the school and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive both academically and personally. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational oversight of behaviour, attendance and safeguarding across the school. They will promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and restorative approaches while supporting the development and consistent implementation of the school’s behaviour systems. Safeguarding responsibilities will run within this role and underpin all decisions. A key aspect of the role will involve analysing behaviour and attendance data, identifying patterns or trends, and implementing targeted interventions to secure improvement whilst proactively working with families to overcome barriers. The successful candidate will also be confident to professionally challenge safeguarding concerns, report on and analyse safeguarding data and lead meetings held at school level. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 873123 or sbm@stmarys.romerocat.com. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£32,061.00 - £36,363.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 7, SCP 19 - 25 £32,061 - £36,363 FTE [£28,535.97 - £32,364.97 pro-rata]
Full Time
Apply by 13/03/2026, 12:00
Teacher of Girls PE
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Rossendale
All Saints’ RC High School is a thriving, faith-filled community where Gospel values are lived out daily through the school’s motto: “Let your light shine.” As recognised in the 2025 Catholic Schools Inspectorate report, the school provides a “strong sense of community and inclusive welcome” rooted in exceptional pastoral care and a deep commitment to every child, especially the most vulnerable. Staff and students alike speak of belonging to a family where each individual is “known, valued, and loved.” The school serves the Catholic community within the Rossendale Valley and has strong partnerships with its seven Catholic feeder primary schools. The Governors of All Saints’ RC High School, together with the Romero Catholic Academy Trust Board of Directors, are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and skilled Teacher of PE to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to teach in a brand-new, purpose-built school with excellent facilities and to play a key role in shaping the lives of young people within a supportive Catholic community. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 213693 or office@allsaintshigh.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Main Pay Scale to Upper Pay Scale
Full Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 12:00
Class Teacher - Year Groups To Be Confirmed
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Colne
Job Purpose To provide high-quality educational experience for all children. Main Duties and Responsibilities To carry out the duties of a school teacher as set out in the ‘School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions’ document; to continue to meet the required standards for Qualified Teacher Status; to maintain, promote and contribute to the Catholic ethos of the school and the development of the Christian life of the school in accordance with the school’s Mission Statement, aims and objectives. - Know and understand the relevant statutory and non-statutory curricula and frameworks, including those provided through the National Strategies and other relevant initiatives - Understand how pupils’ learning is affected by their physical, intellectual, emotional and social development and to understand the stages of child development - Demonstrate IT skills and be prepared to continue to develop these further through the professional development process - Become familiar with the school’s current systems and structures as outlined in policy documents including the Health and Safety and Child Protection policies - Understand and know how national, local comparative and school data, can be used to set clear targets for pupils’ achievement - Know and understand the Catholic ethos and aims of the school and be able to participate in the activities of the school - Plan and deliver the teaching programme for all children within the class with regard for the school’s aims, policies and schemes of work - Provide clear structures for lessons and for sequences of lessons which maintain pace, motivation and challenge - Ensure efficient use and maintenance of all teaching resources within the classroom and working environment and see that available resources are used efficiently to support the curriculum - Create and maintain an environment and a code of behaviour in accordance with the school behaviour policy and in which children feel safe and confident - Be familiar with the Code of Practice and identification, assessment and support of pupils with special educational needs - Address the individual needs of the children in teaching, taking account of the need for differentiation and by liaising with support staff - Ensure that children have a clear idea of what is expected and understand what they are aiming for - Ensure effective teaching of whole classes, groups and individuals, establishing high expectations of behaviour and attainment so that teaching objectives are met - Evaluate own teaching critically and engage in the performance management cycle in order to improve effectiveness. - Use the PSHE curriculum and other strategies to address individual social, behavioural and personal needs - Assess and record each pupils’ progress systematically according to school policy and use to analyse and inform future planning - Mark and monitor classwork and homework, providing constructive feedback and set targets for future progress The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document. - Participate as required in meetings with professional colleagues and parents in respect of the duties and responsibilities of the post - To contribute to the life of the school through involvement in out of school activities and professional development opportunities
£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)
Full Time
Apply by 27/03/2026, 23:59
Class Teacher - Year Groups To Be Confirmed
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Colne
Job Purpose To provide high-quality educational experience for all children. Main Duties and Responsibilities To carry out the duties of a school teacher as set out in the ‘School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions’ document; to continue to meet the required standards for Qualified Teacher Status; to maintain, promote and contribute to the Catholic ethos of the school and the development of the Christian life of the school in accordance with the school’s Mission Statement, aims and objectives. - Know and understand the relevant statutory and non-statutory curricula and frameworks, including those provided through the National Strategies and other relevant initiatives - Understand how pupils’ learning is affected by their physical, intellectual, emotional and social development and to understand the stages of child development - Demonstrate IT skills and be prepared to continue to develop these further through the professional development process - Become familiar with the school’s current systems and structures as outlined in policy documents including the Health and Safety and Child Protection policies - Understand and know how national, local comparative and school data, can be used to set clear targets for pupils’ achievement - Know and understand the Catholic ethos and aims of the school and be able to participate in the activities of the school - Plan and deliver the teaching programme for all children within the class with regard for the school’s aims, policies and schemes of work - Provide clear structures for lessons and for sequences of lessons which maintain pace, motivation and challenge - Ensure efficient use and maintenance of all teaching resources within the classroom and working environment and see that available resources are used efficiently to support the curriculum - Create and maintain an environment and a code of behaviour in accordance with the school behaviour policy and in which children feel safe and confident - Be familiar with the Code of Practice and identification, assessment and support of pupils with special educational needs - Address the individual needs of the children in teaching, taking account of the need for differentiation and by liaising with support staff - Ensure that children have a clear idea of what is expected and understand what they are aiming for - Ensure effective teaching of whole classes, groups and individuals, establishing high expectations of behaviour and attainment so that teaching objectives are met - Evaluate own teaching critically and engage in the performance management cycle in order to improve effectiveness. - Use the PSHE curriculum and other strategies to address individual social, behavioural and personal needs - Assess and record each pupils’ progress systematically according to school policy and use to analyse and inform future planning - Mark and monitor classwork and homework, providing constructive feedback and set targets for future progress The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document. - Participate as required in meetings with professional colleagues and parents in respect of the duties and responsibilities of the post - To contribute to the life of the school through involvement in out of school activities and professional development opportunities
£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)
Full Time
Apply by 27/03/2026, 23:59
Teacher of Girls PE
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Rossendale
All Saints’ RC High School is a thriving, faith-filled community where Gospel values are lived out daily through the school’s motto: “Let your light shine.” As recognised in the 2025 Catholic Schools Inspectorate report, the school provides a “strong sense of community and inclusive welcome” rooted in exceptional pastoral care and a deep commitment to every child, especially the most vulnerable. Staff and students alike speak of belonging to a family where each individual is “known, valued, and loved.” The school serves the Catholic community within the Rossendale Valley and has strong partnerships with its seven Catholic feeder primary schools. The Governors of All Saints’ RC High School, together with the Romero Catholic Academy Trust Board of Directors, are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and skilled Teacher of PE to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to teach in a brand-new, purpose-built school with excellent facilities and to play a key role in shaping the lives of young people within a supportive Catholic community. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 213693 or office@allsaintshigh.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Main Pay Scale to Upper Pay Scale
Full Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 12:00
Teacher of English
St Augustine's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Clitheroe
St Augustine’s RC High School is a large and friendly school, under the Trusteeship of the Salford Diocese and part of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, which welcomes pupils of all Christian denominations and world faiths or no faith. Our community is one in which we aim for our pupils to be safe, happy and successful in a positive atmosphere where every person is known, valued and given the support and guidance they need while being excited by the challenges and opportunities before them. The Governors of St Augustine’s, together with the Romero Catholic Academy Trust Board of Directors, are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and skilled Teacher of English to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the lives of young people within a supportive Catholic community. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01254 823362 or info@sarchs.romerocat.com. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Grade M1- UPS 3
Full Time
Apply by 19/03/2026, 12:00
School Operation's Manager
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Burnley
The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of St Mary Magdalene’s RC Primary School, are seeking to recruit a confident, highly skilled, self-motivated individual to join the school as a School Operations Manager. The successful applicant will have the highest personal and professional standards with good knowledge of current educational issues. They will be highly driven and be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and deliver improvements within the business functions of the school in order to support teaching and learning. You will be a strong team player with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to develop, manage and motivate staff in the relevant areas. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01282 436880 or enquiries@st-marymagdalenesrc.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£28,142.00 - £32,061.00 Annually (FTE) Grade 6, SCP 11-19 (£21,663- £24,679 Pro Rata)
Part Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 12:00
Teacher of English
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Rossendale
The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, in partnership with The Governors of All Saints’ RC High School, are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of English to join our successful and thriving department. All Saints’ RC High School is a thriving, faith-filled community where Gospel values are lived out daily through the school’s motto: “Let your light shine.” As recognised in the 2025 Catholic Schools Inspectorate report, the school provides a “strong sense of community and inclusive welcome” rooted in exceptional pastoral care and a deep commitment to every child, especially the most vulnerable. Staff and students alike speak of belonging to a family where each individual is “known, valued, and loved.” The school serves the Catholic community within the Rossendale Valley and has strong partnerships with its seven Catholic feeder primary schools. English lies at the heart of school life, with a curriculum that is ambitious, engaging and designed to develop pupils as confident readers, writers and speakers. Students enjoy their English lessons, valuing opportunities to explore a wide range of texts, express their ideas clearly, and make meaningful connections between literature, language and the world around them. Students are taught in mixed-ability groups from Year 7, reflecting the school’s inclusive ethos and commitment to ensuring that every child can thrive. The English department continues to refine and strengthen its curriculum, offering a rich and carefully sequenced programme that develops literacy, creativity and critical thinking. A love of reading, language and communication is actively promoted throughout the school year, with opportunities for pupils to engage in enrichment activities that celebrate literature, oracy and writing. The school has entered an exciting new chapter with its move into a purpose-built building designed to enrich teaching and learning across all subjects. For a Teacher of English, All Saints’ offers the opportunity to be part of a dedicated and collaborative team within a joyful, values-led community that nurtures pupils to flourish academically, personally and socially. If you are an inspirational teacher who is motivated by faith, driven by excellence and committed to nurturing the potential of every young person, we would be delighted to hear from you. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference — to be part of a school that is flourishing, ambitious, and ready for the future. Both ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply. We offer an excellent ECT Induction Programme as well as excellent professional development opportunities. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 213693 or office@allsaintshigh.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check
Main Pay Scale to Upper Pay Scale
Full Time
Apply by 16/03/2026, 12:00
Operations Manager
St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Burnley
The School Operations Manager will oversee the daily operational functions of a school, including human resources, premises management, health and safety management, operational management and administrative support. The role supports the school leadership team to ensure all systems and resources are in place for effective teaching and learning.
£28,142.00 - £32,061.00 Annually (FTE)
Part Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 08:00
Operations Manager
St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Burnley
The School Operations Manager will oversee the daily operational functions of a school, including human resources, premises management, health and safety management, operational management and administrative support. The role supports the school leadership team to ensure all systems and resources are in place for effective teaching and learning.
£28,142.00 - £32,061.00 Annually (FTE)
Part Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 08:00
Teaching Assistant - Level 2A
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Rossendale
All Saints’ RC High School is a thriving, faith-filled community where Gospel values are lived out daily through the school’s motto: “Let your light shine.” As recognised in the 2025 Catholic Schools Inspectorate report, the school provides a “strong sense of community and inclusive welcome” rooted in exceptional pastoral care and a deep commitment to every child, especially the most vulnerable. Staff and students alike speak of belonging to a family where each individual is “known, valued, and loved.” The school serves the Catholic community within the Rossendale Valley and has strong partnerships with its seven Catholic feeder primary schools. The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of All Saints’ RC High School, are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our team. The main duties of the role will be to work with the teacher in a collaborative way, in meeting the personal, social and curriculum related needs of pupils, including those with special needs and/or bilingual needs, and to establish positive, supportive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and the wider community, and by contributing ideas and strategies. For further details of the responsibilities, please see Job Description attached. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and will have a flexible approach to the tasks they undertake. The position will be ideally suited to someone with previous experience working within a busy school environment. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 213693 or office@allsaintshigh.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£25,185.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) GRADE 4, SCP 4-6 £25,185 - £25,989 FTE [£20,575.97 - £21,232.83 PRO-RATA]
Part Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 12:00
Teaching Assistant - Level 2A
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Rossendale
All Saints’ RC High School is a thriving, faith-filled community where Gospel values are lived out daily through the school’s motto: “Let your light shine.” As recognised in the 2025 Catholic Schools Inspectorate report, the school provides a “strong sense of community and inclusive welcome” rooted in exceptional pastoral care and a deep commitment to every child, especially the most vulnerable. Staff and students alike speak of belonging to a family where each individual is “known, valued, and loved.” The school serves the Catholic community within the Rossendale Valley and has strong partnerships with its seven Catholic feeder primary schools. The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of All Saints’ RC High School, are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our team. The main duties of the role will be to work with the teacher in a collaborative way, in meeting the personal, social and curriculum related needs of pupils, including those with special needs and/or bilingual needs, and to establish positive, supportive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and the wider community, and by contributing ideas and strategies. For further details of the responsibilities, please see Job Description attached. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and will have a flexible approach to the tasks they undertake. The position will be ideally suited to someone with previous experience working within a busy school environment. If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 213693 or office@allsaintshigh.lancs.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
£25,185.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) GRADE 4, SCP 4-6 £25,185 - £25,989 FTE [£20,575.97 - £21,232.83 PRO-RATA]
Part Time
Apply by 20/03/2026, 12:00
Our Schools
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
OL13 9LJ
2 Vacancies
St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB10 4BH
0 Vacancies
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB12 0JD
1 Vacancy
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Academy
OL14 5HP
0 Vacancies
St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB10 2PZ
0 Vacancies
St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
BB9 0DQ
0 Vacancies
St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB3 0AA
0 Vacancies
St Augustine's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
BB7 9JA
1 Vacancy
St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
BB12 6HZ
2 Vacancies
St Anne's and St Joseph's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
BB5 2AN
0 Vacancies
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB8 7JR
2 Vacancies
Our Lady and St John RC High School, a Voluntary Academy
BB1 1PY
0 Vacancies
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB9 5BL
0 Vacancies
Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
BB11 4RB
0 Vacancies
Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy
BB10 3AA
0 Vacancies
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
BB4 6SJ
5 Vacancies


