Headteacher

Headteacher

NOR: 228

Salary: L15-L21

“Love one another as I have loved you.”

The Governors of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School invite applications for the post of Headteacher, following the forthcoming retirement of our current Headteacher in August 2026. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and inspirational leader who has a shared vision with our school community and the skills to lead, motivate, develop and support a dedicated staff team.

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School is a one-form-entry primary school, with a Nursery serving the parishes of Our Lady of the Assumption and St Joseph the Worker. We serve a diverse community and are proud of our caring ethos, high expectations and strong partnerships with parents, parish and the wider community.

• Is a committed practising Catholic with a clear vision for Catholic education
• Will nurture and strengthen the Catholic life and mission of the school
• Has a proven track record of excellent leadership and management
• Inspires and guides staff to achieve the highest standards
• Is committed to high-quality teaching and learning for every child
• Can work effectively with governors, parents, parish and the diocese
• Has strong interpersonal, organisational and financial management skills

• A school with a strong Catholic ethos and supportive parish links
• Happy, motivated and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn
• Staff who work together to achieve the best outcomes for all children
• Supportive and engaged governors
• Opportunities for professional development

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre‑employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre‑employment check with effect 1 September 2022, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Final date to receive applications:
Friday 20th February at 12 pm

Shortlisting:
Monday 23rd February

Interviews:
Monday 9th March

Start Date:

September 2026

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Rachel Askew Headteacher through the school office by telephoning .

All applications to be completed using a Catholic Education Service application form and returned by email to a.bake The application form is used as part of our recruitment process so therefore we cannot accept any other application form or CV’s.