Deputy Headteacher - Quality of Education

Location: Liverpool
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Notre Dame Catholic Academy is a vibrant, warm, and proud 11–18 Catholic academy (NOR 916, including 116 in the Sixth Form) with a deep sense of community. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and their enthusiasm, resilience, and spirit make this a truly rewarding place to work. We are an ambitious Catholic school that combines academic excellence with strong Catholic family values; we care about people and standards in equal measure.

We are part of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust, a mission-driven and growing Trust with a strong track record of school improvement, committed to improving children’s life chances through an outstanding Catholic education.

Our school is at an exciting stage. Having successfully addressed behaviour and attendance issues, we are now focused on the quality of education—curriculum, teaching and learning—and are seeking to appoint a second Deputy Headteacher to take overall responsibility for these areas.

You are likely to have a strong curriculum and teaching and learning background at whole-school level, having progressed through a Head of Department route rather than a pastoral route, and currently be at Assistant Head or Deputy Head level.

If you are excited by this opportunity and share our commitment to high expectations, our belief in the potential of every young person, and our passion for teaching and learning, we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

Closing date:  Monday 4 May at 5pm

Shortlisting: Tuesday 5 May

Interviews: Monday 11 and Tuesday 12 May

For an initial informal chat please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

All conversations will be held in the strictest confidence.

DO NOT APPLY ONLINE. ALL COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Chief Executive Officer

Location: Southwell, Nottingham
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start date: September 2026/January 2027

The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham Multi Academy Trust (SNMAT) is a Church of England multi-academy trust providing high quality education within the diocese of Southwell & Nottingham, currently comprising 21 primary schools (including one school with no faith designation) and 3 secondary schools (2 with Sixth Forms).

SNMAT is now entering an exciting new phase, as we evolve our governance, structure and leadership. As a Trust we are looking for leadership that is both creative and steady—challenging while strengthening support and confidence, sustaining momentum without overloading school leaders, offering focused inspection support, and ensuring clarity through open, transparent communication.

We therefore seek an inspirational and strategic CEO who will steer SNMAT into our future with creativity, resilience, and pragmatism—bringing alongside all of our stakeholders as we embark on this journey together, with the support of our high-performing teams across the Trust.

Applications from both practising Christians and those committed to protecting and enhancing the Trust’s distinctive Christian identity and ethos are warmly welcomed.

If you share our values and are motivated by the opportunity to lead our Trust, we would love to hear from you.

Closing: Mon 11 May at 5pm

Shortlisting: Wed 13 May

Interviews: Thu 21 and Fri 22 May

In the first instance, please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant (in complete confidence) on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me for a candidate pack and application form.

DO NOT APPLY ONLINE. ALL COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL.

SNMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and all applicants are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Diocesan Director of Education

The Bishop of Brentwood, The Rt. Revd. Alan Williams, is seeking to appoint a Director of Education as a key member of his senior diocesan leadership team.

The Diocese of Brentwood stretches from Harwich to Shoeburyness and Saffron Walden to Canning Town. This comprises the County of Essex, five London Boroughs (Havering, Barking & Dagenham, Newham, Waltham Forest, Redbridge) and two Unitary Authorities of Thurrock and Southend.

The Diocese serves a network of 90 schools: comprising 72 primary and 18 secondary schools, providing for the formation and educational needs of some 40,000 children and young people.

The role of Director of Education is an inspiring, rewarding and fulfilling position. The successful candidate will join a dedicated and committed team at a significant time for the education sector, for Catholic education nationally, and for the schools and colleges across our own Diocese as we look to serve Bishop Alan and the mission of our Church with Christ as the foundation of our entire educational enterprise.

As Director you will be expected to establish good relationships with each authority as well as engaging with the Regional School Director, ESFA, and Ofsted so that our schools and their staff are well served.

The role offers the opportunity to utilise your existing skills, gifts and talents in new and innovative ways as we look to preserve and protect our distinctive educational heritage and history whilst forming and co-constructing an authentically Catholic educational landscape for the future.

As Director of Education, you will:

• Promote and implement the Bishop’s vision for Catholic education within the Diocese
• Build capacity, trust and good relationships within the diocesan family of schools; encouraging collaboration to develop and sustain school improvement, and raise aspirations
• Confidently and enthusiastically articulate the role of Catholic education in the mission of the Church and be an effective witness to it

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive leadership experience in an education context, at Headteacher level in school/academy/diocesan leadership or local authority/SIP setting.
• A strong grasp of current educational issues (including CMATs’ evolving role within the parish, diocese and local community)
• Excellent leadership and management skills - the ability to communicate a clear vision, win trust, influence and respect and bring people with you
• A deep knowledge and understanding of Catholic education as structured in this country

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and Catholic life of the Diocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.Whilst your normal place of work will be based at Cathedral House, Brentwood, we anticipate some hybrid working, with 3 days being spent in the office.

For an initial informal chat please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me for an Application pack.

All conversations will be held in the strictest confidence.

DO NOT APPLY ONLINE. ALL COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL.

The Diocese of Brentwood is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Headteacher

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Caddington, Nr Dunstable, Luton
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

Manshead CE Academy is a Church of England secondary Academy that serves girls and boys aged 11 – 18 years old within the neighbouring community of Dunstable, Luton.

Manshead faces significant challenges yet has enormous potential to become ‘outstanding’ in time. The school joined the newly formed Diocese of St Alban’s Multi-Academy Trust (DSAMAT is currently made up of 6 schools and growing) in April 2017 having previously been placed in Special Measures. DSAMAT has a strong school improvement capability that is already paying dividends and has, with the Site Trustees, plans for the development of the premises - all of which makes for a wonderful platform from which to drive rapid and sustainable progress.

We are seeking a strong and empowering Headteacher, with the desire and know-how to nurture a dynamic learning environment with an unrelenting focus on developing high aspirations and successful outcomes for all students and those from disadvantaged backgrounds in particular.

For an existing Principal/Head this could be the next big challenge you seek …or equally for an experienced Vice Principal/Deputy Head and still yet untapped potential.

Applications are sought from both practising Christians and individuals committed to actively supporting the Christian ethos of the academy.

If you believe you can provide outstanding leadership, which inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our learners, then we would love to hear from you.

In the first instance please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me

Our Academy is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

DBS check required.

Deputy Headteacher - Behaviour, Inclusion and Ethos

Location: City of Bristol
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School (SMRT) is a successful and heavily oversubscribed 11-18 co-educational, Church of England, comprehensive school of over 1750 students, serving families from the whole of greater Bristol and beyond. We are located at the heart of the city and have a diverse student community with considerable parental support. Our diversity is a strength and something we celebrate. The Redcliffe Sixth Form Centre currently houses approximately 700 students from our own school and from many other schools across the City.

SMRT was judged outstanding by Ofsted (April 2015) and in our church school (SIAMS) inspection (March 2017). The appointment of a new Headteacher in September 2002 has meant there is absolutely no sense of complacency. SMRT is a forward-looking school with a relentless focus on providing the absolute best provision so that no child is left behind.

We are now seeking to recruit an exceptional Deputy who has a genuine vision for what exceptional educational provision looks like and has the experience, character, and energy to help us take SMRT to the next level.

The post holder will:

• Ensure consistent student behaviour that fits with our Christian ethos and vision and enables every student to be empowered as a fully ‘Alive’ learner, leader, and responsible community member.

• Have the daily responsibility for the oversight of the 11-16 site.

• Provide and model highly effective leadership.

• Be a genuine team player who brings the experience, intelligence, and self-awareness to fulfil the wider leadership requirements and support of a Deputy Headteacher.

For an existing Deputy (or perhaps Headteacher) this might be the next challenge you seek…or for an experienced Assistant Head with still yet untapped potential – at SMRT we have the capacity, resources and above all the desire to develop and support you to become the outstanding leader you know you can be.

Although the focus of this role is Behaviour, Inclusion, and Ethos, interest from candidates who have not come up through the traditional Head of Year route are welcome. The job description is open to amendment and development in the light of the unique skill set of the successful candidate.

Applications are sought from both practising Christians and those committed to supporting the Christian ethos of the school.

For further details or to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE APPLYING.

We very much look forward to welcoming you.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Deputy Headteacher

Location: Cranleigh, Surrey
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: April 2024 or sooner/later by negotiation

This Extraordinary achieving school is looking for an Inspirational Deputy Headteacher.

If you can answer YES to ALL of the following we would love to speak with you:

• Are you a practising Catholic? - or can you recommend someone who is!
• Are you a proven leader within a School or Department (currently managing a team)?
• Are you being called to make a life-long difference in young people’s lives?

This is a Deputy Headteacher position with a difference. Set within 22 acres in the beautiful Surrey countryside near the historic City of Guildford, you will help manage a dedicated team of c85 staff supporting 70 learners aged from 5 – 19 years (currently drawn from 20 LAs) with moderate, complex and severe learning difficulties.

As an ambitious teacher (from either the mainstream or specialist primary or secondary schools sector) you will help oversee an outstanding range of facilities, with teaching, specialist support, chaplaincy and care from a dedicated team of professionals who are nationally recognised for their unrivalled expertise and creative talent.

A wonderfully talented team to join, lead and learn from.

Offering an EXCELLENT salary.

SEN experience whilst welcome is not a pre-requisite. Having the heart and the will to succeed, however, is. 

For more details or to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying.

All conversations are held in the strictest confidence.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

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Deputy Headteacher - Curriculum, Assessment & Standards

Salary: L21 - L27 (Inner London)
Location: Southfields, Wandsworth, SW18
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

We are an expanding, heavily oversubscribed 11-18 Church of England academy (NOR 974 including 196 in Sixth Form) with an overtly Christian ethos, serving the local community of Southfields in Wandsworth. We are at an exciting stage as we seek to appoint a second Deputy Headteacher to take overall responsibility for the Quality of Education - Curriculum, Assessment & Standards.

We were judged ‘Good’ in our most recent Ofsted inspection (Jan 2018). Our headteacher, who was appointed in 2019, has further emboldened our staff to drive school improvement further, supported by a strong and committed leadership team including a new Deputy Headteacher (focused on Teaching and Learning) who was successfully recruited earlier this year to start in September 2021. We will be increasing our PAN from 150 to 180, with a £4m expansion of the site already underway.

You will be responsible for:

• Ensuring a broad, structured and coherent curriculum entitlement which sets out the knowledge, skills and value that will be taught
• Supporting effective curriculum leadership, developing curriculum team leaders with high levels of relevant experience with access to professional networks and communities
• Ensuring valid, reliable and proportionate approaches are used when assessing pupils’ knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
• Sustaining a culture and practices that enable all pupils to access the curriculum and learn effectively
• Lead on school self-evaluation – with relation to standards and achievement – and thereby identify priorities for improvement

You are likely to have a strong curriculum background - having come up the Head of Department rather than pastoral route and be at Assistant or Deputy Head level currently.

If you believe you have what it takes to be part of a school community that continues to move forward, delivering the very best education for all our young people, then we would like to hear from you.

In the first instance, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this recruitment, in complete confidence on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me to request an application pack.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Chief Executive Officers - Nottingham Diocese Multi-Academy Trusts

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicants
Location: Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

The Diocese of Nottingham is rolling out a pioneering educational plan that will protect and develop the Catholic identity and mission of its schools by ensuring each school is part of a large diocesan Multi-Academy Trust opening in September 2018.

All 84 primary and secondary diocesan schools will join one of four Catholic Multi-Academy Trusts within the following geographical areas: 

• St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi-Academy Trust – covering Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Stockport; 
• St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi-Academy Trust – covering Leicestershire;
• St Thérèse of Lisieux Catholic Multi-Academy Trust – covering Lincolnshire (including Rutland); 
• Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust – covering Nottinghamshire. 

We are seeking four Chief Executive Officers to play a key role in leading and shaping an outstanding Catholic education within their Trust and the diocese as a whole.

A practising Catholic with demonstrable experience of successful system leadership/school improvement across more than one school leading to rapid and sustained improvement is essential.

Now is a moment of real opportunity, which makes these posts an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity. 

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me in the first instance.

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Liverpool
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed 2 year term in the first instance
Start Date: Negotiable

Emmaus Leadership are shortly commencing the recruitment process to support an exciting initiative - a MAT partnership between the Archdiocese of Liverpool and Diocese of Shrewsbury (in close collaboration with the DfE) to recruit a CEO for a newly established Catholic MAT.

St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is being established as a Trust to enable schools identified as needing support for more rapid school improvement and/or schools that are unable to find a MAT ‘home’ due to lack of local capacity to join. Whilst in the Trust, schools will access high levels of external school improvement support (brokered by the Trust) with a view that they will leave the trust within a c2-3 year period to return to a secure local Catholic MAT as good schools.

It is envisaged that c10 (primary and secondary) schools will become member schools of the MAT.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right leader to help transform the surrounding educational landscape and lead a national pilot which has significant DfE support. This is a high-profile role which will involve working closely with the DfE for the life of the pilot.

Whilst this post is initially fixed term, due to the pilot nature, there are exit strategies planned for academies and for the central team to ensure that their next steps are secured.

You must be a practising Catholic with the ability to articulate a clear philosophy for Catholic Education. You will have substantial experience of successful system leadership/school improvement across more than one school (Primary and/or Secondary) achieved within the Ofsted framework, leading to rapid and sustained improvement.

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and Catholic life of both Dioceses which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me in the first instance.

Vice Principal - Teaching and Learning

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right candidate
Location: Guildford, Surrey
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

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Christ’s College is a proud 11-18 provider of Christian education, serving a large urban community in Guildford, Woking and the surrounding areas. We believe a great values-driven education has the power to transform our students’ futures and we seek to live out our core values every day.

The school is part of The Good Shepherd Trust, a well-respected and growing Guildford diocesan MAT currently made up of 12 schools.

Christ’s College is a good school (March 2018) with clear potential to become ‘outstanding’ in time. Nevertheless, the school is facing an immediate challenge in addressing a recent 3 year decline in student outcomes.

A new Principal and MAT CEO (both appointed during 2018) come equipped with a proven track record and capability in delivering outstanding outcomes. They are keen to strengthen the SLT with the appointment of a standalone Vice Principal who can provide strong evidence of high-quality leadership and impact in the areas of Teaching and Learning and Curriculum development.

Applications are invited from motivated and inspirational leaders who are eager to develop their leadership and contribute towards continuing to move our school forward.

Key areas of responsibility will be aligned to the strengths of the successful candidate. You will be given full support in career development as we believe the development of staff is a key aspect in raising standards for our students.

If you are ambitious, hard working and enthusiastic then our school and MAT will provide you with the rewards you are looking for. 

We encourage prospective candidates to visit us and see us at work.

HOW TO APPLY

In the first instance please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Principal

Salary: £Competitive + Relocation + School Fees support
Location: Witney, Oxford
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead a successful and growing Christian independent All Through School with an even brighter future.

The King’s School (TKS) is an independent Christian school managed within the Oxfordshire Community Churches Trust (OCC) catering to children of all abilities from Early Years to GCSEs.  TKS opened in 1984 and since then has had an extremely successful track record in achieving high academic standards whilst intentionally nurturing children in their Godly character and understanding of a biblical worldview in all subject areas.

TKS currently has 201 children on roll from nursery through to Year 11. Due to the increase in popularity and applications, Governors are currently in consultation with the Department of Education with a view to increasing the school’s NOR.

Governors are seeking a new Principal with the vision and ability to lead, manage and inspire our Christ-centred school community as a centre of pastoral and academic excellence for all.

You will be joining a vibrant and welcoming school - an exciting place to work with happy, friendly children from a culturally diverse range of backgrounds who are eager to learn; and well-motivated, compassionate staff who work hard to deliver a first-class education. The school is ably supported by dedicated Governors who are committed to bringing positivity and support as the school embarks on a new chapter on its journey.

If, as an existing Head, or indeed a Deputy or Head of Department (Primary or Secondary), looking for their first step into Headship - and from a background in either the Independent or State sector - you believe you offer the God-given leadership talents which inspires and motivates others towards excellence, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Christians.

We warmly encourage you to visit TKS to see the children and staff at work. We are confident that you will sense the palpable warmth, welcome and friendliness of the whole school community, for it is this that makes The King’s School such an exciting place to lead.

For further details or to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant + Relocation support
Location: Liverpool, L17
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Emmaus Leadership have been retained by the Archdiocese of Liverpool to manage the key appointment of a Deputy Director of Education within the archdiocese.

This is an exciting time to be joining the recently reformed Education team. Led by Joan McCarthy, appointed 2 years ago as the Diocesan Director of Education, the department has brought the 230 schools and colleges, as well as the Christian Education and school improvement areas together to form a single, well-resourced and highly capable education team. Alongside the impending roll out of the diocesan academy programme, introduction of the new Catholic School Inspection framework and the Religious Education Curriculum Directory, the department is also looking to expand its work in providing greater support for Catholic governance and school chaplaincy.

As Deputy Director you will support the DDE in offering strategic leadership and management of the Education department. Most importantly, you will take the primary strategic lead in a core element of the Church’s mission and ministry; namely oversight of the highest quality provision in the areas of Catholic Life, Religious Education and Collective Worship in our Academy Trusts, Schools, and Colleges.

You will currently be an SLT Leader/Head of Department with whole school responsibility experience or perhaps currently serving in Ministry with a successful school leadership background.

Given the postholder’s responsibility for protecting and developing the Catholic life of diocesan schools and colleges, it is vital that you be a practising Catholic with a living, vibrant faith.

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and catholic life of the Archdiocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) and to request an Application Pack, please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying.

Diocesan Director of Education

Salary: Competitive
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Emmaus Leadership have been retained to manage the key appointment of a Director of Education for the Salisbury Diocesan Board of Education (SDBE). 

SDBE has oversight of 193 Church Schools (including 5 middle and 10 secondary schools) educating more than 42000 children and young people across 5 Local Authorities. 107 of these diocesan schools have already converted to academy status, 24 of which have joined The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust (DSAT). The SDBE enjoys working in very close partnership with 20 mixed MATs - many of which contain both Church and community schools.

The SDBE enjoys a sphere of influence that extends far beyond the reach of CofE schools, as it strives to be bold and forward-thinking in embracing the opportunities afforded by the fast-changing educational landscape; recognising the missional opportunity to work across the educational system for the common good, building deep working and strategic partnerships at a local, regional and national level.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic, systems-leader to lead a well-resourced, highly experienced and committed team as we seek to support schools, academies and the wider Church in its mission to enable the delivery of educational excellence, framed within our distinctive and deeply Christian vision.

We are looking for someone with a:

• Proven track record of working successfully in a senior educational context (for example, as a Headteacher or equivalent, DDE or senior local authority colleague) securing improvement and change
• Passion for leading the DBE’s mission to uphold, cherish and develop the deeply Christian character of church schools and academies
• Commitment to working collaboratively in order to build a vibrant school and parish partnership which impacts positively on the spiritual development of children and young people
• Proven understanding of leading highly accountable teams which enable change, improvement and development

If you are seeking a fresh challenge, have a clear and deep sense of vocation and can provide the leadership that inspires and motivates others towards excellence, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Christians.

The role will require a combination of home and office working, as required.

For further details or to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying.

SDBE is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Salary: £80,000 - £120,000 + TPS for an exceptional candidate + Relocation support
Location: Leeds
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

This is an exciting time in the life of the Diocese of Leeds and the Vicariate for Education. Bishop Marcus Stock has set out clearly his vision for Catholic education for the 82 primary, 11 secondary, 1 sixth-form college and 1 non-maintained specialist, Catholic schools within the Diocese of Leeds.

At the core of this vision is the development of five family groups of schools built around the main geographical areas within the Diocese. Most diocesan schools are already incorporated within the five Catholic Multi Academy Trusts. It is the Bishop’s wish for the remaining VA schools within each family group to join their respective local CMAT in due course.

At a pivotal time in Catholic education within the Diocese, Bishop Marcus is calling for a visionary Director of Education who, along with a capable and committed education team, will help realise the enormous potential within a forward-thinking diocesan family of schools working in solidarity with one another.

As Director of Education, you will:

• Promote and implement the Bishop’s vision for Catholic education within the Diocese
• Build capacity, trust and good relationships within the diocesan family of schools; encouraging collaboration to develop and sustain school improvement, and raise aspirations
• Confidently and enthusiastically articulate the role of Catholic education in the mission of the Church and be an effective witness to it

We are looking for someone who has: 

• Extensive leadership experience in an education context, whether as a senior school leader, governor or local authority/SIP partner
• A strong grasp of current educational issues (including CMATs’ evolving role within the parish, diocese and local community)
• Excellent leadership and management skills - the ability to communicate a clear vision, win trust, influence and respect and bring people with you
• A deep knowledge and understanding of Catholic education as structured in this country

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and Catholic life of the Diocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE APPLYING.

The Diocese of Leeds is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Southfields, Wandsworth, SW18
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

Saint Cecilia’s is a thriving, heavily oversubscribed 11-18 Church of England academy (NOR 930 including 190 in Sixth Form) with an overtly Christian ethos, serving the local community of Southfields in Wandsworth. The school is at an exciting stage as it looks to appoint a substantive Headteacher following the previous post holder’s appointment as an HMI Inspector.

Saint Cecilia’s was judged ‘Good’ in its recent Ofsted inspection (Jan 2018). A flourishing partnership with the nearby St Michael’s CE Primary School, a key feeder school, has recently been formalised. The school is also looking to increase its PAN from 150 to 200, with a £4m expansion of the site planned. In addition, Multi-academy trust status continues to be something that Governors are keen to explore.

Governors are looking for:

• a leader with a strong Christian faith who will uphold and sustain the spiritual and caring ethos of our school
• passion and commitment to the education of the ‘whole person’.
• a Head whose motivations at heart are derived from helping students and staff achieve their full potential
• can take our school forward from ‘good’ to ‘outstanding’
• will communicate effectively with parents, governors, the Diocese and the wider local community

If you believe you can provide the outstanding leadership that inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our young people, then we would like to hear from you.

We encourage prospective candidates to visit us and see us at work.

For further details and to arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. CRB check required.

Salary: £Competitive for the right applicant + Relocation support
Location: Guildford, Surrey
Contract Type: Full Time (Part-Time considered for a highly experienced candidate)
Contract Term: Permanent

Supportive, creative, life-enhancing and committed to educational excellence

where you – and our children - flourish

Holy Trinity Pewley Down School (HTPD) is a Voluntary Aided CofE school - a hard federation of Holy Trinity Junior (Ofsted Good 2018 with 384 on roll) and Pewley Down Infants (Ofsted Outstanding 2012 with 180 on roll). Located on the edge of stunning Surrey countryside, but only minutes from the facilities and history of Guildford town centre, our two school sites are set less than half a mile apart.

HTPD has a distinctive child-centred focus with an emphasis on a love of learning, underpinned by a well-developed Christian ethos and values that welcomes and seeks the best for everyone in our school community, irrespective of faith, learning needs, ethnicity or (dis)advantage (over 30% of our children speak English as an additional language). HTPD is a joyful, open school where no one gets left behind.

Governors are now seeking a new Headteacher; an inspirational leader and passionate educator with the vision and moral purpose to lead our school community onto the next stage of our journey.

Priorities for our new Headteacher will lie in four key areas:

1. Leading the next stage in the development of our creative curriculum, embedding consistent quality and depth in all subjects, ensuring high quality CPD for all staff.
    
2. Maintaining a relentless focus on the educational experience and outcomes for children who experience disadvantage – in whatever form – and ensure their voices are used to shape the school’s culture and provision.
    
3. Spearheading active collaboration with other schools and working with the governing body to chart a course for a future in which academisation is a growing part of the educational landscape.
    
4. Re-establishing educational provision on the infant school site - currently closed because of RAAC - bringing to life a bespoke educational and working environment.

As our next Headteacher you will be ably supported by an experienced and dedicated governing body that includes members with a wide range of professional skills. The senior leadership team is similarly committed, talented, intelligent and fun, comprising two Deputy as well as two Assistant Heads.

If, as an existing Head – or indeed a Deputy or Assistant Head looking for their first step into Headship – you believe you offer the leadership talent which inspires and motivates others towards excellence, then we would love to hear from you.

Applications are sought from both practising Christians and those committed to supporting the Christian ethos of the school.

Closing date: Monday 18 March at 12 Noon
Interviews: Tuesday 26 March

We warmly encourage you to visit HTPD to see the children and staff at work. We are all really looking forward to working with our new headteacher and ensuring you have access to the right professional and personal support to enable you to thrive. Your wellbeing is a key priority for us.

In the first instance please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence on 01737 652043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me to request an Application Pack.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Location: Guildford Town, Surrey
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

The Governing Body, parents and children of this happy and welcoming school community are seeking to appoint a dedicated Headteacher who will lead the school into the next chapter of its long and successful story.

Although located in the heart of Guildford town with spectacular views, St Nicolas’ has many traits of a village school with its warm and tight-knit relationship with the local community.  The school has been faithfully serving this local community since 1852 and enjoys strong links with St Nicolas’ parish church in the nearby town centre.

In 2018, St Nicolas’ plans to become an Academy, joining The Good Shepherd Trust within the Guildford Diocese, representing a new and exciting phase in its development. Solid finances, well-ordered school buildings, combined with the outstanding pastoral and professional support coming from the diocese – this all represents a genuine platform for continued future success.

You will be working with happy, friendly children who are eager to learn; well-motivated, compassionate staff who work hard to deliver an education which is ‘bringing learning to life’; and dedicated governors committed to ensuring the school continues to progress.

If you are ambitious and enthusiastic, with previous leadership experience as a Key Stage Leader, Assistant Head or Deputy, then we would love to hear from you. 

In the first instance please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence on 07961 375 759 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Location: Derby (mostly home-working)
Contract Type: Full Time (Term time only considered)
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Come and help us offer our children and young people life in all of its fullness

This is an exciting new chapter in the life of the Derby Diocese and its Board of Education (DBE). In 2019, the diocese welcomed a new bishop, the Rt Rev Libby Lane with a vision to see “Communities built and lives transformed”. She has been joined by Malcolm Macnaughton in 2020 as the Bishop of Repton, who also Chairs a reconfigured DBE, alongside the recent appointment of Carolyn Lewis as the new Director of Education.

Derby DBE has oversight of 111 Church Schools across the diocese. Through the Director, Deputy Director and supported by the Senior Business & Operations Manager, the DBE is working with renewed vigour to support schools and the church to enable the delivery of a distinctive and excellent church school education; all within the context of an ever-changing educational landscape.

At Derby DBE we are tasked with developing an improved understanding of education as mission and realising the potential of our Church Schools in the Church’s ministry to young people.

We are looking for someone with a:

• Passion for serving children and young people through Church Schools
• Strong track record as an inspiring leader and manager in education
• Caring, pastoral approach to supporting our people working on the ‘front line’ in our schools
• Drive for excellence and inspiring others to the principle of Christian distinctiveness in education

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and Christian life of the diocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity. 

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Christians.

Please note that required attendance at the office will be infrequent and is mostly home-based. Whilst the job is full-time, term-time only working may be considered, and similarly the availability of Teachers’ Pension Scheme, for an exceptional candidate.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) and to request an application pack, please get in contact with Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying.

Derby DBE 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. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Deputy Headteacher

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right candidate
Location: Redhill, Surrey
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Website

Are you an experienced Deputy Head looking for a bigger role or an outstanding Assistant Head looking for the next step up?

St Matthew’s C of E School is a large 2 form-entry primary school (NOR: 480) including Nursery and Special Need Support Centre based in the heart of Redhill, Surrey, with excellent road and rail links that allows easy travel from further afield.

We are embarking on a new chapter in the life of St Matthew’s. From September, we will be one of the first cohort of schools to join the newly formed Southwark Diocesan Board of Education Multi-Academy Trust. The school has so much to celebrate, though still more has to be done to implement and embed improvements to teaching and learning and secure better outcomes for our children.

We are looking for an outstanding School Leader with high expectations of children’s learning and behaviour to play a significant part in our school improvement programme.

The role is non-class-based although it will include some teaching. The post holder will work as part of the Senior Leadership Team in monitoring, coaching and having a whole-school overview in order to continue to accelerate pupils’ progress and raise standards. Effective analysis and use of performance data to impact on pupil progress and attainment will be a key aspect of the role.

We can offer you:

• The exciting challenge of taking our school to “good” and onto “outstanding”
• Opportunities to teach and lead curriculum areas and extra-curriculum activities across the whole primary age range
• A committed team of colleagues and governors
• A happy and harmonious community built on strong Christian foundations
• A school with excellent facilities and extensive grounds

Applicants are expected to be sympathetic to the Christian ethos of the school.

If you believe you can provide outstanding leadership, which inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our learners, then we would love to hear from you.

You are warmly encouraged to come and visit St Matthew’s where you can see for yourself our unique and inclusive character.

For further details and to arrange a visit or have an informal discussion about the role please contact Liam Dowds, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

St Matthew’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Director of Education for North Wales

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant + Relocation support
Location: St Asaph (and flexibly across North Wales)
Contract Type: Full Time (Part-time considered for an exceptional candidate)
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Transforming the lives of Children and Young People

The Bishops of the dioceses of St Asaph and Bangor are seeking to appoint a Director of Education for North Wales; a newly created role with educational oversight over our diocesan family of 66 Church in Wales schools.

Both dioceses are situated within some of the most beautiful scenery in the UK - encompassing stunning coastal and rural areas as well as National Parks; with tourism and second holiday homes an important attraction into the area.

You will oversee schools across 7 local authority areas – 50 in the Diocese of St Asaph (including one secondary school) and 16 in the Diocese of Bangor. Our schools are a mix of sizes and reflect their local communities - some rural, some urban, some are voluntary controlled, and some are voluntary aided schools.

This is an exciting time to be joining the Dioceses of St Asaph and Bangor, in a new role and department which is being created to provide a better resourced educational service to meet the growing needs of our Anglican Church schools. Leading a small team of gifted education and other professionals, our new Director of Education will help to ensure that collectively we support, champion, and challenge our school communities to flourish together.

We are looking for someone with a:

• Passion for serving children and young people through Church Schools
• Demonstrable track record as an effective change agent within education or a similar sector e.g. senior school leader, governor, local authority/SIP partner or leader in industry/commerce
• Caring, pastoral approach to supporting our people working on the ‘front line’ in our schools
• Drive for excellence and inspiring others to the principle of Christian distinctiveness in education

If you are seeking a fresh challenge, have a clear and deep sense of vocation and can provide the leadership that inspires and motivates others towards excellence, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Christians.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) and to request an application pack, please get in contact with Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying

The Dioceses of St Asaph and Bangor are equal opportunities employers’ and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Headteacher

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right candidate + Relocation assistance
Location: Bradley Stoke, Bristol
Contract Type: Full Time - Part-time/Job Share considered
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: September 2024

St Mary’s is a well-established and nurturing Catholic primary school of (NOR) 207 pupils, serving the Bradley Stoke area, North of Bristol – with easy access to the City, beautiful rural settings and excellent M4/M5/M32 road links.

Bradley Stoke is a popular area with young families with a rich multi-cultural diversity – 47% of the pupils have English as an additional language. The school sits within a thriving parish community with a committed Parish Priest – indeed weekly mass takes place in the St Joseph’s Centre, an adjoining annexe to the school which is shared with the local parish community of Holy Family, Patchway. 

The school is popular with parents and is blessed with a significant number of staff with deep and long connections to the school. Governors are also deeply committed - and together with a newly appointed Chair - they are available as necessary to offer their loyal support.

We are interested in having preliminary, confidential conversations with Catholic school leaders who have the gift for leadership and believe profoundly in the transformative role of Catholic education to improve the lives of others and how to make that a reality.

For a Head/Deputy Head within a small or similar school environment, this could be your next challenge… equally, for a capable and experienced Head looking to extend their experience into Executive Headship, this might be the right opportunity for you. 

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

We would encourage you to come and visit us and see us at work.

If you believe you can offer the leadership qualities which inspires and motivates others towards excellence and which will ensure the very best education for our children, then we would love to hear from you.

Please note, whilst the job is full-time, part-time/job share may also be considered for an exceptional candidate(s).

For more details or to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

St Francis Catholic Primary School, a highly regarded 2FE VA (Group 3) Catholic primary, rated Good (Ofsted 2018) and Outstanding (S48 2016), is a truly remarkable school with extraordinary potential to build upon and further advance its well-earned reputation as a child-centred catholic school community where all are welcomed, loved and nurtured irrespective of background and faith (55% of our children are baptised Catholics with 50% on our role speaking English as an additional language).

The school is well known for its strong links with the parish of St Francis and the catholic community it serves, and as a result is oversubscribed across many year groups. The school is a truly authentic and vibrant community - with happy, well cared for children enjoying the support of committed staff, knowledgeable and supportive Governors and a dynamic School Association. 

Pupils exceed national averages for attainment and progress. The school also has an excellent provision for sports, music and arts therapy, offering more than 12 different extra-curricular activities each week; all located within a spacious site with excellent facilities.

The school looks with confidence to another successful chapter in its story, including charting a course for a future in which academisation plays its part.

If, as a first-time or existing Head, you believe you can offer the outstanding pastoral and leadership qualities which inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our learners, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

We would encourage you to come and visit us and see us at work.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me in the first instance for an Application pack.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Chief Financial Officer

Salary: c£70,0000 -c£80,000 + Highly rated pension
Location: South Birmingham (agile working from home and office)
Contract Type: Full Time (Part-Time considered for an exceptional candidate)
Start Date: Negotiable

Lumen Christi Multi Academy is a company limited by guarantee which serves the Catholic school population in the South West area of Birmingham. Our Multi Academy currently consists of one secondary and seven primary schools (c£25M turnover) and growing.

We are an ambitious and thriving partnership of inclusive Catholic schools, serving our communities, providing an exceptional experience in education for the holistic formation of our children and young people aged 3 – 19.

It is envisaged that Lumen Christi will continue its expansion, becoming 23 schools (2 secondaries, 19 primaries) by September 2027, with a c£50M Turnover.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a unique opportunity for the right CFO to lead the Multi Academy day-to-day finance and operations activities, improve operating procedures to increase efficiency and implement agreed strategies with the Board of Trustees and the CEO.

As CFO you will take full responsibility for the financial and operational management of this growing Multi Academy, delivering on its financial strategy - offering significant exposure to a range of both demanding and diverse stakeholders, including the DfE, ESFA, Board of Trustees, School Governors and Principals.

To take on this exciting role you must be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with experience of senior financial management and strategic leadership gained in either the public or private sector. The ability to present complex information with knowledge and confidence to meet the needs of wide stakeholder groups from diverse backgrounds is an essential requirement.

Now is a moment of real opportunity to be closely involved in the financial leadership of a rapidly changing Multi Academy with a clear vision and demonstrable values of Compassion, Integrity and Service to others, making this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

Whilst this post is advertised as full-time, a permanent part-time appointment (no less than 3 days) would be considered for an exceptional candidate.

Your early application is recommended. We may interview before the closing date if sufficiently strong applicants apply.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake agile working comprising Home, Office and school visits as necessary. 

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me in the first instance. DO NOT APPLY ONLINE

Our Multi Academy is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Chief Executive Officer

Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Contract Type: Full Time (could be flexible for the right candidate)
Contract Term: Permanent

Are you an experienced, strategic educational leader that can build on our success, deliver growth and inspire excellence in all that we do?

Tenax Schools Trust is a Church of England multi-academy trust providing outstanding education in both primary and secondary schools in Kent and East Sussex, currently comprising 7 primary schools (including one school with no faith designation) alongside a large secondary school, Bennett Memorial Diocesan School, situated in Tunbridge Wells. The Trust also operates Teach Kent & Sussex SCITT (School Centred Initial Teacher Training) and the Kent Teaching School Hub; the DfE’s designated Teaching School Hub for East Kent and West Kent.

Now is a moment of real opportunity for Tenax Schools Trust.  We are rightly proud of our achievements but are now at the start of an exciting new chapter in the life of our Trust as we welcome a new CEO and look to further grow whilst retaining our commitment to evidence-based pedagogy and delivering high quality education to all the pupils in our communities and positively influencing the practice of teachers across and beyond the Trust.

To take us on the next steps of our journey, we need an inspirational leader, who can motivate others and drive growth and improvement with the support of the high-performing teams across the Trust.

Applications from both practising Christians and those committed to protecting and enhancing the Trust’s distinctive Christian identity and ethos are warmly welcomed.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me in the first instance for a candidate pack and application form.

Tenax Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and all applicants are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Headteacher - Lowton Church of England High School

Location: Lowton, Nr Warrington, Cheshire
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Lowton CE High School is an oversubscribed Church of England secondary school that serves young people aged 11 – 16 years old within the neighbouring communities of Lowton, Leigh and Atherton. Situated just off the A580 between Manchester and Liverpool, the school is easily accessible by road from surrounding areas.

At Lowton, the whole school community sees itself as one big family with Christian values and vision at its very heart, summed up by our mission statement: Caring, Learning and Succeeding.

There is much to celebrate at Lowton, not least the transformational journey the school has been on - recognised in our March 2023 Ofsted inspection - in which the school was graded ‘Good’ in all areas and noted for the ‘transformational improvement’ since the previous inspection in 2019.

This offers a firm foundation for the new Headteacher to continue to strive for excellence in all that is done, to raise academic outcomes and maintain high expectations of students and staff in a supportive atmosphere. In all that you do, you will be supported by a committed and capable Governing Body, and a Senior Leadership Team that comprises a dedicated group of experienced practitioners who have worked tirelessly and collaboratively with the current Headteacher.

It is the desire of the Governing Body that the new Headteacher will be someone who leads by example and who will themselves be a ‘light’ to colleagues and students. We try to encourage each individual to excel within a caring atmosphere. We work hard to give even the most disadvantaged students every opportunity to succeed. 

For an existing Head, this could be the next big challenge you seek…or, equally, for an experienced Deputy Head with still yet untapped potential, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Whilst applications are sought from practising Christians, equally, others committed to supporting the Christian ethos of the school are warmly invited to apply.

If you believe you can provide outstanding leadership, which inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our students, then we would love to hear from you.

If you are an existing Headteacher or an Aspiring Head looking for a new challenge then please call Liam Dowds, our advising Emmaus consultant on 01737 652 043 or alternatively email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me for an Application Pack. DO NOT APPLY ONLINE

All conversations will be held in the strictest confidence.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and all applicants are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Director of Schools - Diocese of Shrewsbury, Birkenhead

Location: Prenton, Birkenhead
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Looking for a fresh challenge and a fulfilling vocation?

The Bishop of Shrewsbury, The Rt. Revd. Mark Davies, is seeking to appoint a Director of Schools as a key member of his senior diocesan leadership team.

The Diocese of Shrewsbury is situated across the regions across Cheshire, Shropshire and parts of Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Derbyshire, serving over 170,000 of the faithful in 89 Parishes.

The Shrewsbury Diocesan Education Service has oversight of 109 schools (87 Primary, 21 Secondary and one Sixth Form College). Bishop Mark has requested that all schools in the Diocese will progress towards forming and joining one of three multi-academy trusts. This work is well underway, with the three regional MATs already up and running.

At a pivotal time in Catholic education within the Diocese, Bishop Mark is calling for a visionary Director of Schools who, along with a capable and committed education team, will help realise the enormous potential within a forward-thinking diocesan family of schools working in solidarity with one another.

As Director of Education, you will:

• Promote and implement the Bishop’s vision for Catholic education within the Diocese
• Build capacity, trust and good relationships within the diocesan family of schools; encouraging collaboration to develop and sustain school improvement, and raise aspirations
• Confidently and enthusiastically articulate the role of Catholic education in the mission of the Church and be an effective witness to it

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive leadership experience in an education context, whether as a senior school leader, or local authority/SIP partner
• A strong grasp of current educational issues (including MATs’ evolving role within the parish, diocese and local community)
• Excellent leadership and management skills - the ability to communicate a clear vision, win trust, influence and respect and bring people with you
• A deep knowledge and understanding of Catholic education as structured in this country

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and Catholic life of the Diocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me for a candidate pack and application form. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ONLINE.

The Diocese of Shrewsbury is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Headteacher

Location: City of Southampton
Contract Type: Full Time

St Anne’s is a 11-18 Catholic School founded by the La Sainte Union Sisters, providing an outstanding education for girls (and boys 16-18) covering the Greater Southampton area. St Anne’s was judged to be Outstanding for its second inspection in a row in September 2022. Inspectors highlighted our diversity but also the way we have kept true to our values.

GCSE results regularly place St Anne’s in the top 10% of schools nationally. Our A Level results are similarly impressive making St Anne’s one of the most successful 6th Form Colleges in the Southampton, Portsmouth and Hampshire area.

Now part of Gaudete, the family of schools founded by religious orders, we continue to work closely with the LSU Sisters who founded us. We consequently have deep roots in the communities we serve with a sense of belonging to something bigger than ourselves – the neighbourhoods and society around us, the Catholic community in the city of Southampton, the nation, and the wider world.

While there is a great deal for us to celebrate, our search for a Headteacher also falls at a challenging time for our School. We are currently supporting the police who are investigating the conduct of former members of staff. While our recent Ofsted monitoring visit (June 2024), which was solely focused on safeguarding, has found our processes and culture to be effective – rightly, there are questions being asked about our past. Our next Headteacher will need to continue to work closely with our community to help strengthen trust and relationships.

We are interested in having preliminary, confidential conversations with Catholic school leaders who have the gift for leadership and believe profoundly in the transformative role of Catholic education to improve the lives of others and how to make that a reality.

For an existing Headteacher this could be the next big challenge you seek …or equally the role may appeal to a Deputy Head with still yet untapped potential. Either way, you will be ably supported by a capable SLT and experienced Governors.

In the words of our Head Girls and Student Head of Sixth Form:

“Our school wholeheartedly values compassion, kindness and determination - the qualities we believe our Headteacher should embody, every day. By choosing St Anne’s, you are choosing to be part of a family whose roots stem from a rich history and legacy. Leading our community is a meaningful decision, and we hope you will approach the role with our school motto, Semper fidelis meaning ‘always faithful,’ in mind.”

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

If you are an existing Headteacher or an Aspiring Head looking for a new challenge then please email Liam Dowds, our advising Emmaus consultant in complete confidence, for an Application Pack at ldowds@emmausleadership.me or call him on 01737 652 043 for an exploratory chat. DO NOT APPLY ONLINE.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and all applicants are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Salary: Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Flexible
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

This is a truly unique opportunity to become the CEO of the newly formed Laetare CMAT, a national CMAT for Religious Order schools, offering a distinctive but complementary option for schools under the Trusteeship of Religious Orders in addition to Diocesan CMATs.

The Laetare CMAT is an exciting project and the first national Catholic MAT with the first wave of schools being in the Northwest followed closely by schools in London and the Southeast.

The first school, De La Salle, St Helens, joined Laetare on 1st December 2024. It is expected that the next three schools, all founded by the Christian Brothers, St Anselm’s College and St Ambrose College will join Laetare in the immediate future, and St Joseph’s College will join on 1st November 2025. These will form the northern hub. There are a similar number of Religious Order schools in London and the Southeast preparing to join which will form a southern hub.The CMAT will largely be made up of secondary schools, reflecting the history of Religious Order schools, as well as some primary schools.

Laetare CMAT is uniquely committed to a governance model which respects and empowers each school’s unique identity and allows the individual charisms of each school’s Founder to be nurtured. It is the Trust’s expectation that schools will retain significant levels of autonomy as far as it is appropriate to do so.

We welcome applications from practising and committed Catholics with the ability to articulate a clear philosophy for Catholic Education. We are looking for significant school leadership experience gained in Catholic education through one of the following:

- Executive headship role
- Headteacher/Principal of a secondary school
- School improvement or previous Trust CEO/Deputy CEO experience

Now is a moment of real opportunity to lead and grow this unique national Catholic MAT, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

As a national CMAT this will involve the Central Team working remotely or within schools for the majority of the time. As a consequence, there is flexibility as to your location.

For an initial informal chat please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me for an Application Pack. 

All conversations will be held in the strictest confidence.

DO NOT APPLY ONLINE. ALL COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL.

Laetare CMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and all applicants are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Principal

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Bermondsey, London SE16
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Website

St Michael’s is an outstanding, vibrant, oversubscribed coeducational 11-19 College that seeks excellence in all areas of the school. As an authentic catholic community, relationships with students and their families are integral to the success of every individual, as well as the belief that there are no limits to a child’s potential. Indeed, we aim to foster academic and personal success in a rigorous learning community and in a culture which is based on faith, reason and intellect.

We are therefore seeking to appoint a practising Catholic Principal who is highly ambitious for students, a strategic thinker with proven senior leadership credentials. Indeed, we seek a leader with the energy, passion and resilience to transform student’s lives through education.

This post is an opportunity for an ambitious leader looking to extend their experience of Headship or start their first ‘Principalship’ in a highly serving Christian environment, where students and teachers matter.

This is an exciting time for St Michael’s. The College converted to Academy status in 2011, opened a sixth form in the same year and now has a composite and comprehensive post sixteen provision. As the Principal, you will be starting the school on a new journey; the recent and final physical build of the school will be complete, while from September 2017 the College will begin its expansion to 1050 students. In shaping the future of the school, you would be supported by a very forward thinking governing body and imaginative and creative staff. Both make St Michael’s truly unique.

For further details and to arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in absolute confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

We very much look forward to welcoming you.

Our academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children.  This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.

Principal

Salary: £Competitive + Relocation Support to attract the right applicant
Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11, in the Diocese of Shrewsbury
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

All Hallows is an all-ability 11 -18 Catholic Voluntary Academy and Teaching School with a big heart and a national reputation for excellence. 

Our College has built sustainable school improvement on a passionate focus on teaching with a high value being placed on our young people’s personal development and spiritual well-being.

Working at All Hallows and within our Multi Academy Trust is an opportunity to join a progressive teacher-learning community, inspired by Christian values, which focuses on the art, craft and science of teaching, as a noble vocation, in a place where students enjoy learning.

Our new Principal will be attracted by this exciting opportunity in Catholic education, for there is much work yet to do in the areas of teaching, training and School to School support to name but a few. You will be joined in all your endeavours by an enthusiastic team of governors, trustees, staff and students that hum with common purpose to ‘Aspire not to have more but to be more’ (Mission Statement / Oscar Romero).

A practising Catholic with successful experience of leading on whole school improvement and managing change with demonstrable outcomes is essential.

For an existing Principal/Head this could be the next big challenge you seek …or equally for an experienced Vice Principal/Deputy Head and still yet untapped potential.

For further details or to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

We very much look forward to welcoming you.

All posts are offered subject to agreement to sign the CES contract of employment with the Holy Family of Nazareth Catholic Academy Trust and enhanced DBS clearance suitable for working with children and young adults.

Deputy Headteacher

Location: Cranleigh, Surrey
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
 

St Joseph's Specialist School and College

This Extraordinary achieving school is looking for an Inspirational Deputy Headteacher.

If you can answer YES to all the following we would love to speak with you:

• Are you a practising Catholic? - or can you recommend someone who is!
• Are you a proven leader within a School or Department? (currently managing a team)
• Are you being called to make a life-long difference in young people’s lives?

This is a Deputy Headteacher position with a difference. Set within 22 acres in the beautiful Surrey countryside near the historic City of Guildford, you will help manage a dedicated team of over 100 staff supporting 74 learners aged from 5 – 19 years (currently drawn from 21 LAs) with moderate, complex and severe learning difficulties.

As an ambitious teacher (from either the mainstream or specialist primary or secondary schools sector) you will help oversee an outstanding range of facilities, with teaching, specialist support, chaplaincy and care from a dedicated team of professionals.

SENCO experience whilst welcome is not a pre-requisite. Having the heart and the will to succeed, however, is. 

Is this of interest? Or do you know someone else who might be perfect for the position? If the answer is yes, please contact Liam Dowds on 01737 652 043 or at ldowds@emmausleadership.me to discuss further.

All conversations are held in the strictest confidence.

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Headteacher - St Mary's Catholic College

Location: Wallasey, Wirral
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

‘We believe that a child’s start in life need not determine their future.’

St Mary’s Catholic College is an 11-18 non-selective Catholic voluntary academy located in Wallasey on the breath-taking Wirral, a short distance from Liverpool city centre.

St Mary’s is part of Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust, comprising five schools. The Trust, along with Saint John Plessington Catholic College lead ‘Inspire Learning Teaching School Hub” across Wirral and Liverpool.

Although there is much to celebrate at St Mary’s, the school has faced a number of  challenges culminating in a third RI judgement in October 2019.

And yet, there is a genuine conviction that with the right leadership St Mary’s can quickly be set on the right path, with the active support of a loyal and passionate school, MAT and flourishing parish community to draw upon.

We are interested in having preliminary, confidential conversations with Catholic school leaders who have the gift for leadership and believe profoundly in the transformative role of Catholic education to improve the lives of others and how to make that a reality.

For an existing Headteacher this could be the next big challenge you seek …or equally the role may appeal to an experienced Deputy Head and still yet untapped potential. Either way, you will be ably supported by a capable SLT and MAT team.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a school and MAT which believes in the power of education and knows that outcomes mean much more than data - and with a mission to develop individual excellence, embrace opportunities and build strong communities with Gospel Values at the heart.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me in the first instance.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right candidate + Relocation support
Location: Leeds
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

This is an exciting time in the life of the Diocese of Leeds and the Vicariate for Education. Bishop Marcus Stock has set out clearly his vision for Catholic education for the 82 primary, 11 secondary, 1 sixth-form college and 1 non-maintained specialist, Catholic schools within the Diocese of Leeds.

At the core of this vision is the development of five family groups of schools built around the main geographical areas within the Diocese. Most diocesan schools are already incorporated within the five Catholic Multi Academy Trusts. It is the Bishop’s wish for the remaining VA schools within each family group to join their respective local CMAT in due course.

At a pivotal time in Catholic education within the Diocese, Bishop Marcus is calling for a visionary Director of Education who, along with a capable and committed education team, will help realise the enormous potential within a forward-thinking diocesan family of schools working in solidarity with one another.

As Director of Education, you will:

• Promote and implement the Bishop’s vision for Catholic education within the Diocese
• Build capacity, trust and good relationships within the diocesan family of schools; encouraging collaboration to develop and sustain school improvement, and raise aspirations
• Confidently and enthusiastically articulate the role of Catholic education in the mission of the Church and be an effective witness to it

We are looking for someone who has: 

• Extensive leadership experience in an education context, whether as a senior school leader, governor or local authority/SIP partner
• A strong grasp of current educational issues (including CMATs’ evolving role within the parish, diocese and local community)
• Excellent leadership and management skills - the ability to communicate a clear vision, win trust, influence and respect and bring people with you
• A deep knowledge and understanding of Catholic education as structured in this country

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and Catholic life of the Diocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.Teachers’ Pension Scheme may be available for an exceptional candidate.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE APPLYING.

The Diocese of Leeds is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant + Relocation support
Location: Swindon
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

St Mary’s is a 1.5 FE school which stands out as a beacon of authentic Catholic faith and witness. Like its close neighbour, St. Catherine’s, St Mary’s is blessed with a significant number of staff with deep and long connections with the school. The school environment is genuinely warm, and friendly. It is full of highly stimulating displays of faith and culture that are visual hallmarks of the shared spirituality and the evidence of deep engagement from the pupils with the development and preservation of its Catholic character. 

Governors and staff have worked tirelessly to maintain high levels of care and purpose, having successfully led the school community to overcome the twin challenges of COVID and the sudden death of their Executive Headteacher.  Now, with a new leadership structure in place, Governors are looking forward to a bright future, with the appointment of a substantive Headteacher to lead St Mary’s as it enters a new chapter in the rich life of the school.

This is truly a remarkable school with extraordinary potential to build upon and further advance its well-earned reputation as an exemplar of best practice in Catholic education. 

If, as a first-time or existing Head, you believe you can offer the leadership qualities which inspires and motivates others towards excellence and which will ensure the very best education for our children, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

For further details or to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

We would encourage you to come and visit us and see us at work.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Principal

Due to the imminent retirement of our well-respected Principal, the governing body, trustees and school community are offering an exciting opportunity to lead our fabulous school.

The role has arisen due to the impending retirement of our current highly regarded Principal and offers an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader to guide the school through its next stage of development.

The Principal shapes our school’s culture and its systems to ensure that we provide the aspirational, engaging and personalised education that the children of Sidcup deserve by building on each child’s unique gifts, talents and particular needs.

Please see the attached documents for the full advert, job description and person specification.

Applications should be submitted using the application form below.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every child and we expect all applicants to share this commitment.  Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Location: Leicester
Contract Type: Full Time (Part-time considered for an exceptional candidate)
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Emmaus Leadership is shortly commencing the recruitment process to support the key appointment of a Deputy Director of Education for the Leicester Diocesan Board of Education (LDBE). 

LDBE has oversight of 97 Church Schools based across 3 local authority areas.  3 of these are secondary schools and 1 is an all through academy.

Through the Director, Deputy Director and supported by the Senior Business & Operations Manager, LDBE works to support schools and the church to enable the delivery of distinctive and excellent church school education; all within the context of an ever-changing educational landscape.

At LDBE we are tasked with developing an improved understanding of education as mission and realising the potential of LDBE schools in the Church’s ministry to young people.

We are looking for someone with a:

• Passion for serving children and young people through Church Schools
• Strong track record as an inspiring leader and manager in education
• Caring, pastoral approach to supporting our people working on the ‘front line’ in our schools
• Drive for excellence and inspiring others to the principle of Christian distinctiveness in education

If you are seeking a fresh challenge, have a clear and deep sense of vocation and can provide the leadership that inspires and motivates others towards excellence, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Christians.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) and to request an application pack, please get in contact with Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying.

LDBE 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. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Headteacher - Bellerive FCJ Catholic College, Liverpool

Location: Sefton Park, Liverpool
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Gentleness, hope, dignity, justice, companionship and excellence

Bellerive FCJ is a highly successful all-girls academy with a sixth form, built on strong foundations and commitment to mission. Situated in Liverpool adjacent to the beautiful Sefton Park, it serves students from across the city and beyond which adds to the richness of the school community.

Governors are seeking to appoint a headteacher who can continue to build on the many successes of Bellerive FCJ Catholic College, grow student numbers in the sixth form and ensure that we deliver the best educational opportunities for each student from Year 7-13.

We are therefore seeking to appoint a practising Catholic leader who is highly ambitious for students, a strategic thinker with proven senior leadership credentials. Indeed, we seek a leader with the energy, passion and resilience to transform student’s lives through education.

This post is an opportunity for a collaborative leader looking to extend their experience of Headship or start their first ‘headship’ in a highly serving Christian environment, where students and teachers matter.

In shaping the future of the school, you will be supported by a very forward-thinking governing body and imaginative and creative staff. Bellerive is a community strong in companionship where the unique gifts of every person are recognised, nourished, and celebrated.

If you would like to have an informal and exploratory discussion about the role, in complete confidence, please contact Sarah Barreto, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment on 07525 157599 or email sbarreto@emmausleadership.me for a candidate pack and application form. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ONLINE.

If you would like to arrange a visit, we very much look forward to welcoming you.

Our academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.

Diocesan Director of Education

Location: Guildford, Surrey, GU1 
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Website

Looking for a fresh challenge and a fulfilling vocation?

The Bishop of Guildford, Rt. Revd. Andrew Watson, is seeking to appoint the new

Diocesan Director of Education

as a key member of his senior diocesan leadership team from September 2016, following on from Canon Derek Holbird.

The Diocesan Board of Education has oversight of 86 controlled and aided schools, based in three local authority areas.  In addition, there are 10 church academies, 7 of them under the control of the diocesan multi-academy trust, The Good Shepherd Trust. The DBE also supports chaplains in a number of school, HE and FE settings.

The Board seeks excellence in all aspects of its work at a time when there are exciting opportunities and demanding challenges.  Building on outstanding work in the past, the Director will work with a highly skilled and dedicated staff team.  The Director of Education will be responsible to the Board of Education for leading this aspect of the diocese’s work and as a member of the Bishop’s staff team, will make an important contribution to fulfilling the overall mission of the whole diocese.

If you are seeking a fresh challenge, have a clear and deep sense of vocation and want to enrich the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone with a:

• Passion for serving children and young adults through church schools
• Strong track record as an inspiring leader and manager in education
• Commitment to supporting and developing people and partnerships
• Proven ability as a creative, strategic planner
• Vision for seeing the Kingdom of God grow through the whole church’s involvement in education

Candidates should be fully supportive of the Christian ethos of our Church schools and Academies.

Visits to the Education Department are warmly encouraged.

Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant, is assisting us with this assignment. Please contact him for more information in complete confidence on 07961 375 759 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me

Your early application is appreciated and strongly recommended.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Criminal Records Bureau.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Headteacher

Location: Great Boughton, Chester, CH3 5XF
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Website

‘Known, Nurtured, Inspired’ is more than a strapline – The Bishops’ School tries to live by it in all that we do.

The Bishops’ School is an 11-18 Church of England High school (NOR 1060 including 180 in a growing Sixth Form) situated in attractive grounds in Chester. The school is at an exciting stage as it looks to appoint a new Headteacher to move the school onward in its journey as a high achieving Church School, following the existing post holder’s appointment as principal of an international school in North Africa.

The Bishops’ School was judged ‘Good’ in its recent Ofsted inspection (March 2015) with many outstanding features. The school is in a strong position with good and improving examination results as well as having an excellent reputation in the area.

Situated close to the M56/A55/M53 the school has excellent road links to be able to attract candidate interested from a wide geographic area.

Governors are looking for:

• A collaborative leader who leads by example and is a practising Christian
• ​​Passion and commitment to the education of the ‘whole person’
• Will be committed to building upon the schools’ existing strengths
• Will be driven to succeed and raise attainment

Parents are looking for:

• A visible Head who leads by example and has a clear vision on how to move the school towards outstanding
• A leader who inspires and cares for colleagues and students alike 
• A Head whose motivations at heart are derived from helping students achieve their full potential

Students are looking for:

• A Head who knows what it’s like to be a kid
• Somebody who lays down the rules but always has a smile
• Someone who recognises we’re not the most prestigious school but we wouldn’t have it any other way

In return we offer:

• A rewarding and friendly place to work with good relationships at all levels   
• A caring and inclusive Christian community
• Committed staff with the capacity and desire to achieve excellence
• A dedicated school community of Governors, Staff, Students and Parents

If you believe you can provide the outstanding leadership that inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our young people, then we would like to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.

Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant, is assisting us with this assignment. Please contact him for more information (including an Application Form) in complete confidence on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me

Your early application is appreciated and strongly recommended.

We are committed to safer recruitment, and expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment to equality, safeguarding and the welfare of our pupils. This post is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records check.

Executive Headteacher

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Lewisham, London SE12
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Website

Trinity is an all-through Church of England school with a distinctive Christian ethos, welcoming and nurturing girls and boys aged 3 – 16 years old of all faiths and none, within the community of Lewisham, SE London. Our small size and inclusive family atmosphere provides a uniquely supportive environment in which all children are challenged and motivated to excel. 

This is an exciting time for Trinity. Based on two sites one mile apart, Trinity Primary opened in 2013 and is growing one year at a time towards its full capacity of 480 pupils; Trinity Secondary (11-16) has 600 students.  As years 4, 5 and 6 fill up, we are looking for a leader with the vision to reap the benefits of connecting the primary and secondary curriculum to become an all through school.

This is an exciting and rare opportunity for an exceptional leader to have enormous impact by embedding best practice and communication between both phases and helping us to continue our improving trajectory from good to outstanding.  A leader who will continue to develop our teaching and curriculum so that every child achieves their full potential, experiences personal success and is prepared for the best possible next step in their education.

We seek a Headteacher who is highly ambitious for students, a strategic thinker with proven senior leadership credentials. Indeed, we seek a leader with the energy, passion and resilience to transform students’ lives through education.

If you are an ambitious leader looking to extend your experience of Headship or start your first Headship in an environment where students and teachers matter, then we would love to hear from you.

Applications are sought from practising Christians. Equally, others committed to supporting the Christian ethos of the school are warmly invited to apply.

For further details and to arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Liam Dowds, in absolute confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Headteacher

Salary: £68643 - £79514
Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Website

At St Andrew’s we seek to enable everyone to develop their God-given potential and a love for learning within a caring, challenging Christian environment. We aspire to be a centre of excellence working together to develop each member’s full potential. St Andrew’s expects the whole school community to be exemplary in conduct, to work hard and care for others. We aim both to learn from and be an inspiration to all, where students are proud of their school. Skills and confidence will be developed to the highest level, enabling students to achieve personal excellence, be motivated, and prepare them as good citizens.

We are embarking on a new chapter in the life of St Andrew’s. We are overcoming recent significant challenges, with a revitalised and enthused staff and SLT who are already realising rapid and sustained student progress.

We are seeking a Headteacher who:

• has a strong Christian faith who will uphold and sustain the spiritual and caring ethos of our school;
• will use their leadership skills creatively, and with enthusiasm, to ensure the continued growth and development of everybody within our school community;
• has the drive, ability and resilience to continue to raise aspirations, standards and achievements for all our students;
• can take our school forward from ‘good’ to ‘outstanding’;
• will communicate effectively with parents, governors, the Diocese and the wider local community;
• will be open to the opportunities presented by future academisation.

We offer:

• An established, popular and caring school at the heart of the community.
• An excellent opportunity for an ambitious leader.
• Enthusiastic and motivated students.
• Dedicated, caring and supportive staff;
• Motivated governors who will provide challenge and support.

We encourage prospective candidates to visit us and see us at work.

For further details and to arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in absolute confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

References will be taken up for all candidates prior to shortlisting.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Vice Principal

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Huddersfield, West Yorks, HD2 2JT
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

All Saints Catholic College is looking for a practising Catholic school leader ‘in the making’, a shining star who will flourish in the standalone role of Vice Principal.

All Saints is a successful 11 – 16 voluntary aided comprehensive school with around 780 students. The College is located in the town of Huddersfield, close to the Pennines, midway between Leeds and Manchester. The College has a climate of high expectations where students make good progress

in a diverse learning community - achieving a DfE Pupil Premium Regional Award in February 2015, being judged good by Ofsted in June 2017 and outstanding in our Section 48 Inspection in May 2018.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant or Deputy Head (and practising Catholic) who can show evidence of impact across most areas of school leadership, most notably in in the categories as defined by the Ofsted Framework and in student outcomes.

The Principal, who joined the College in January 2018, is looking to appoint a standalone Vice Principal to complete her re-organised SLT team, working closely alongside her, as together, the SLT and whole school community seek to realise their full potential.

Specific responsibilities are not prescribed - both Governors and Principal simply wish to recruit the most able Catholic school leader, who comes equipped with proven leadership and management skills; who is approachable, empathetic and who will contribute to the Catholic Vision and strategic direction of the school.

We would warmly encourage you to visit and see us at work.

HOW TO APPLY

For further details and to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in absolute confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.  

All Saints is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An Enhanced DBS check is therefore required.

THIS IS AN EXAMPLE OF A PAST VACANCY EMMAUS HAVE APPOINTED TO.

Headteacher - St Mary's Hare Park RC Primary School & Nursery

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right candidate + Relocation Support
Location: Gidea Park, Romford, Essex
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

St Mary’s Hare Park is a one-form entry independent Catholic primary school and nursery. We are ambitious for our pupils both in terms of educational achievement, but just as importantly, in helping them develop into compassionate, responsible young people who use their talents for the good of others.

Our recent Ofsted Inspection in June 2018, under the new framework, achieved a solidly Good judgement - offering our next Headteacher a strong platform for the future.

Following the decision of the existing post-holder to retire at the end of this academic year, we are seeking a new Headteacher with vision and ability to lead, manage and inspire our school community as a centre of excellence with a distinctive Catholic ethos.

You will be joining a vibrant and welcoming school - an exciting place to work with happy, friendly children from a culturally diverse range of backgrounds who are eager to learn; and well-motivated, compassionate staff who work hard to deliver a first-class education. The school is ably supported by dedicated Trustees who are committed to bringing positivity and support to the new Headteacher as the school embarks on a new chapter on its journey.

If, as an existing Head, or indeed a Deputy/exceptional Assistant Head looking for their first step into Headship (and with a background in either the Voluntary Aided and/or Independent sector), you believe you offer the leadership which inspires and motivates others towards excellence, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising catholics.

We warmly encourage you to visit the school to see the children and staff at work. We are confident that you will quickly sense the palpable warmth, welcome and friendliness of the whole school community, for we believe it is this that makes St Mary’s Hare Park School such an exciting place to lead.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) and Application Pack please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

ALL APPLICANTS ARE ASKED TO REQUEST AN APPLICATION PACK BY EMAILING ldowds@emmausleadership.me AND NOT APPLY ONLINE.

Headteacher

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Bank, Bradford,
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

We are a one-form entry catholic primary school with a big heart and lots of promise.

Our Lady and St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School is looking for a substantive Headteacher following the retirement of our previous Executive Headteacher at the end of the Autumn Term.

OLSB was graded RI by Ofsted in June 2017 but in the latest follow up section 8 inspection we were judged to be “taking effective action” to be good. This combined with a steady, upward trend in pupil progress offers our next Headteacher a wonderful opportunity to lead a school community already determined to be judged good at its next inspection.

You will be joining a vibrant and welcoming school - an exciting place to work with happy, friendly children from a range of backgrounds who are eager to learn; and well-motivated, compassionate staff.

If, as an existing Headteacher looking for their next challenge (or indeed a Deputy Head/exceptional Assistant Head looking for their first step into Headship) you believe you can offer the leadership which inspires others towards excellence and which will ensure the very best education for our children, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising catholics.

You will be fully supported by committed and experienced Governors as well as an LA and diocesan team offering a bespoke package of coaching and mentoring to support your particular needs, as well as the practical and strategic support as an established member of the Bradford Catholic Schools Partnership Teaching Schools Alliance.

How to Apply

In the first instance please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in absolute confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Headteacher - St John Plessington Catholic College

Salary: £Competitive + Relocation Support to attract the right applicant
Location: Bebington, Nr Liverpool
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent

Emmaus Leadership are commencing the recruitment process to appoint a substantive Headteacher for St John Plessington Catholic College (SJP). The College is part of Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust (HFCMAT), comprising two other outstanding Teaching Schools and two sponsored schools.

SJP is an inclusive 11-18 voluntary academy located in Bebington on the breath-taking Wirral, a short distance from Liverpool city centre. The College is situated in a new building with state-of-the-art facilities and enjoys excellent road and rail transport links.

SJP is an outstanding College with a reputation for excellence and high achievement. The College has amassed numerous accolades over the years, being awarded TES ‘Outstanding Secondary School of the year’ in 2010 and shortlisted again in 2018.

Nevertheless, the College has endured a well-publicised and difficult period in 2019. Happily, the steps taken by HFCMAT over the last two terms have resulted in the welcome resumption of stability and normality for the whole College community.

SJP still continues to be heavily oversubscribed. The College is financially stable, parents remain supportive, staff morale is strong and most importantly, student outcomes continue to be outstanding.

We are interested in having preliminary, confidential conversations with Catholic school leaders who have the gift for leadership and believe profoundly in the transformative role of Catholic education to improve the lives of others and how to make that a reality.

For an existing Headteacher this could be the next big challenge you seek …or equally the role may appeal to an experienced Deputy Head and still yet untapped potential. Either way, you will be ably supported by a capable SLT and MAT team.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

If you would like to have an informal and exploratory discussion about the role, in complete confidence, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.  

Our College is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An Enhanced DBS check is therefore required.

Executive Headteacher

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Bradford
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Two inspirational and welcoming Catholic primary schools working together for the first time in partnership, offering a tremendous opportunity to become their inaugural Executive Headteacher.

Could it be you?

Following the imminent retirement of their respective Headteachers at the end of 2018, the role of Executive Headteacher arises at St Winefride’s and St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary Schools (roll: 444 & 208 respectively) – representing a unique and exciting opportunity to lead and develop two strong schools which are situated in, and with strong links to, the Mary Mother of God Parish in the Diocese of Leeds.

This is a rare opportunity to become a senior Catholic primary school leader within the Bradford area. The role is likely to appeal to an existing Headteacher or Head of School looking for their next challenge or indeed a strong Deputy Head looking for their first step into Headship. 

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

You will be ably supported by a committed school community and diocesan team as well as the practical and strategic support which comes from both schools forming an integral part of the Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust and the Bradford Catholic Schools Partnership Teaching Schools Alliance.

For further details and to arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. CRB check required 

Director of Education - Archdiocese of Liverpool

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant + Relocation support
Location: Liverpool, L17
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Emmaus Leadership have been retained by the Archdiocese of Liverpool to manage the appointment of a new Director of Education within the diocese.

This is a pivotal time in Catholic education within the Archdiocese as demonstrated by:

• A newly formed Education function that brings together schools and colleges and our Christian Education teams, as we embark upon the development of a new strategic vision.

• The recent launch of our first Archdiocesan MAT, as well as working closely with the DfE in the development of a new innovative MAT for Catholic schools.

• Archdiocesan Synod 2020 - the culmination of a 3-year listening and engagement process leading to a new pastoral plan for the Archdiocese, with an expected special focus on the life of our schools and parishes.

• A structural re-organisation across all functions within the Archdiocese to better support the Archbishop and Trustees in the mission of the Church has largely been completed, with the Director of Education now a key member of a new executive team.

You will be a practising Catholic with substantial experience of working successfully at a senior level in education, including senior management responsibility within a school/academy, college or a local authority. Headship and/or demonstrable school improvement experience across more than one school (Primary and/or Secondary) and a strong grasp of current educational issues (including CMATs evolving role within the parish, diocese and local community) a distinct advantage.

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and catholic life of the Archdiocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE applying.

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Liverpool
Contract Type: Full Time
Start Date: Negotiable

Emmaus Leadership is commencing the recruitment process to appoint a Chief Financial Officer to support an exciting new initiative - a MAT partnership between the Archdiocese of Liverpool and Diocese of Shrewsbury (in close collaboration with the DfE) for a newly established Catholic MAT. 

St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust has been newly established as a Trust to enable schools identified as needing financial and educational support for more rapid school improvement and/or schools that are unable to find a MAT ‘home’ due to lack of local capacity to join. 

It is envisaged that c10 (primary and secondary) schools will become member schools of the MAT. 

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a unique opportunity for the right CFO to take full responsibility for the financial management of this Turnaround Trust, delivering on its financial strategy and being a key player within a highly visible and rapidly changing national pilot with significant exposure to the DfE and other external stakeholders. 

To take on this exciting role you must be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with experience of senior financial management and strategic leadership gained in either the public or private sector, with accountability for a complex resource base. The ability to present complex information with knowledge and confidence to meet the needs of wide stakeholder groups from diverse backgrounds is an essential requirement.

Now is a moment of real opportunity to be closely involved in the financial leadership of a highly visible, rapidly changing MAT, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

Whilst this post is initially fixed term, due to the pilot nature, there are exit strategies planned for academies and for the central team to ensure their next steps are secured. 

It is not an essential requirement of the role that the post holder be a practising catholic.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me in the first instance.

Diocesan Schools Commissioner

Location: Lancaster
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Looking for a fresh challenge and a fulfilling vocation?

The Bishop of Lancaster, The Rt. Revd. Paul Swarbrick, is seeking to appoint a Diocesan Schools Commissioner (DSC) as a key member of his senior diocesan leadership team.

The Diocese of Lancaster is situated across some of the most beautiful scenery in England - encompassing the regions of Lancashire, North of the Ribble and all of Cumbria.

The Lancaster Diocesan Board of Education has oversight of 82 schools (70 Primary, 11 Secondary and one Sixth Form College). Bishop Paul has requested that all schools in the Diocese will progress towards forming and joining multi-academy trusts by the close of 2026. This work is already well underway, with two regional MATs already up and running and a third launching in the near future.

Bishop Paul is calling for a visionary Diocesan Schools Commissioner (Director of Education) who, along with a capable and committed education team, will help realise the enormous potential within a forward-thinking diocesan family of schools working in solidarity with one another.

As Diocesan Schools Commissioner, you will:

• Promote and implement the Bishop’s vision for Catholic education within the Diocese
• Build capacity, trust and good relationships within the diocesan family of schools; encouraging collaboration to develop and sustain school improvement, and raise aspirations
• Confidently and enthusiastically articulate the role of Catholic education in the mission of the Church and be an effective witness to it

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive leadership experience in an education context, whether as a senior school leader, governor or local authority/SIP partner
• A strong grasp of current educational issues (including CMATs’ evolving role within the parish, diocese and local community)
• Excellent leadership and management skills - the ability to communicate a clear vision, win trust, influence and respect and bring people with you
• A deep knowledge and understanding of Catholic education as structured in this country

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and Catholic life of the Diocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

For further details or to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me BEFORE APPLYING.

The Diocese of Lancaster is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant + Relocation support
Location: Swindon
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Learn, Grow, Love, Live

Holy Cross Catholic Primary (2 FE) began an expansion in 2015 to meet the needs of the growing Catholic community in Swindon, made up of people from all over the world, including families from Ireland, Italy, Poland and more recently Goa in India. Whilst the school is a relatively new establishment in terms of its present site and facilities, it has an illustrious history, evolving from its predecessors - a separate junior and infant school. September 2021 was an important milestone, seeing the first full intake of reception pupils now in Year 6.

The current leadership and management of the school have recently experienced some tough trials, not least two “RI” Ofsted inspections and the impact of the sudden death of the Executive Headteacher whose positive influence was only just beginning to take effect on school improvement.

Nevertheless, the dedication, commitment and real love for the children and school’s potential is clearly to be seen, as they eagerly await the successful appointment of a substantive Headteacher who will lead and shepherd the whole school community with both vigour and a patient realism.

For a Head or Deputy Head within a small or similar school environment, this could be your next challenge… equally, for a capable and experienced middle leader with still yet untapped potential, this might be the right opportunity for you.

If you believe you can provide outstanding pastoral and team leadership, which inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our learners, then we would love to hear from you.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

For further details and to have an informal discussion, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me.

We would encourage you to come and visit us and see us at work.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Headteacher - St Michael's Church of England High School

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Crosby, Liverpool
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

St Michael’s is an oversubscribed 11-18 non-selective Church of England voluntary academy (NOR 687 including 90 in Sixth Form) located in Crosby, serving the local and neighbouring communities and only a short distance from Liverpool city centre.

St Michael’s is part of Liverpool Diocesan Schools Trust (LDST), comprising 17 schools and growing. LDST schools are recognised for their strong Christian commitment towards each other to ensure mutual growth and improvement within a strong school to school network.

St Michael’s was judged good in its most recent Ofsted inspection (Nov 2017). There is much to celebrate at St Michael’s, and both Governors and the Trust are keen to move forward to realise the school’s full potential and become the pre-eminent school of choice within the community.

Governors are looking for:

• a Head whose motivations at heart are derived from helping all students and staff achieve their full potential
• an educationalist who knows what an excellent quality of education looks like and ensures that all learners, regardless of ability, have access to this
• a Leader with a strong Christian faith who will uphold and sustain the spiritual and caring ethos of our school
• an ambitious Leader who has the vision, drive and commitment to take our good school forward to outstanding
• a leader who embraces their pivotal role within the St Michael’s community and is astutely attuned to the needs, views and thoughts of all within it

For an existing Headteacher this could be the next big challenge you seek …or equally the role may appeal to an experienced Deputy Head and still yet untapped potential. Either way, you will be ably supported by a capable SLT and MAT team.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Christians.

We want you to be sure that this would be the right thing for you as well as us. You are therefore welcome to talk informally with us and to visit the school. Liam Dowds at Emmaus Leadership can discreetly and confidentially make arrangements and also tell you more about us.

Please contact Liam, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

ALL APPLICANTS ARE ASKED TO REQUEST AN APPLICATION PACK BY EMAILING ldowds@emmausleadership.me AND NOT APPLY ONLINE.

Chief Executive Officer - Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
Contract Type: Full Time (Part Time a possibility)
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Emmaus Leadership will shortly be commencing the recruitment of a new CEO for Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust (BEBCMAT) following the imminent retirement of the current CEO in December 2019. 

These are exciting times in Catholic education within the Diocese of Lancaster. The newly appointed Bishop of Lancaster has recently written to all schools within the Diocese encouraging them to engage in conversations around Academy status. As the only Catholic MAT within the Diocese, and with an excellent reputation for pupil welfare and academic outcomes - and all this despite serving an area which experiences deprivation and many of the challenges facing small coastal towns - we anticipate a bright future as we pursue opportunities to grow our CMAT in close partnership with the Diocese of Lancaster's Education Service. 

You will be a practising Catholic with Headship and/or demonstrable system leadership/school improvement experience across more than one school (Primary and/or Secondary) and an excellent understanding of the school sector as well as a strong grasp of current educational issues including the CMAT's evolving role within the parish, Diocese and local community.

Whilst this is ideally a Full Time appointment, a Part Time contract will be considered for a strong candidate with the requisite skills and experience.

More details will follow but if in the meantime you would like to find out more about this opportunity and discuss your situation, in complete confidence, please contact Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant who is assisting us with this assignment, on 01737 652043  or ldowds@emmausleadership.me

ALL APPLICANTS MUST REQUEST AN APPLICATION FORM BY EMAILING ldowds@emmausleadership.me AND NOT APPLY ONLINE.

Salary: £Competitive to attract the right applicant + Relocation support
Location: Wallasey, Wirral
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

‘We believe that a child’s start in life need not determine their future.’

St Mary’s Catholic College is an 11-18 non-selective Catholic voluntary academy located in Wallasey on the breath-taking Wirral, a short distance from Liverpool city centre. 

St Mary’s is part of Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust, comprising five schools. The Trust, along with Saint John Plessington Catholic College lead the "Inspire Learning Teaching School Hub” across Wirral and Liverpool. 

Although there is much to celebrate at St Mary’s, the school has faced a number of challenges culminating in a third RI judgement in October 2019.

And yet, there is a genuine conviction that with the right leadership St Mary’s can quickly be set on the right path, with the active support of a loyal and passionate school, MAT and flourishing parish community to draw upon. 

We are interested in having preliminary, confidential conversations with Catholic school leaders who have the gift for leadership and believe profoundly in the transformative role of Catholic education to improve the lives of others and how to make that a reality.

For an existing Headteacher this could be the next big challenge you seek …or equally the role may appeal to an experienced Deputy Head and still yet untapped potential. Either way, you will be ably supported by a capable SLT and MAT team.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a school and MAT which believes in the power of education and knows that outcomes mean much more than data - and with a mission to develop individual excellence, embrace opportunities and build strong communities with Gospel Values at the heart.

For an initial informal chat (in complete confidence) please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me in the first instance.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

Deputy Director of Schools - Diocese of Shrewsbury, Birkenhead

Location: Prenton, Birkenhead
Contract Type: Full Time (Term time only)
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: Negotiable

Emmaus Leadership have been retained by the Diocese of Shrewsbury to manage the key appointment of a Deputy Director of Schools within the diocese.

The Diocese of Shrewsbury is situated across the regions across Cheshire, Shropshire and parts of Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Derbyshire, serving over 170,000 of the faithful in 89 Parishes. The Shrewsbury Diocesan Education Service has oversight of 109 schools (87 Primary, 21 Secondary and one Sixth Form College) across 11 local authorities.

The role of Deputy Director of Schools is an inspiring, rewarding and fulfilling position. The successful candidate will join a dedicated and committed team at a significant time for the education sector, for Catholic education nationally, and for the schools and colleges across our own Diocese as we look to serve Bishop Mark and the mission of our Church with Christ as the foundation of our entire educational enterprise.

As Deputy Director you will be expected to establish good relationships with each authority as well as supporting the Director in engaging with the Regional School Director, ESFA, and Ofsted so that our schools and their staff are well served.

The role offers the opportunity to utilise your existing skills, gifts and talents in new and innovative ways as we look to preserve and protect our distinctive educational heritage and history whilst forming and co-constructing an authentically Catholic educational landscape for the future.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive leadership experience in an education context, whether as a senior school leader or local authority/SIP partner within the primary school phase.
• A strong grasp of current educational issues (including MATs’ evolving role within the parish, diocese and local community).
• Secure knowledge and understanding of Catholic education as structured in this country.

Now is a moment of real opportunity within the educational and Catholic life of the Diocese, which makes this post an extremely attractive and rewarding career opportunity.

A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.

For an initial informal chat please call Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Advising Consultant, on 01737 652 043 or email him at ldowds@emmausleadership.me for an Application pack.

All conversations will be held in the strictest confidence.

DO NOT APPLY ONLINE. ALL COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL.

The Diocese of Shrewsbury is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.