Description ST EDMUND’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL, PORTSMOUTH 11-16 Mixed VA School St Edmund’s is a popular Voluntary Aided secondary school in the heart of Portsmouth and serves a wide area. The Governors are seeking to fill the following post: Senior Leader Leadership Scale Salary 9 – 15 (£63,070 - £73,105) To Start September 2026 Interviews will be held on Thursday 21 st May 2026 Due to promotion by our current postholder, we are looking for an outstanding and inspirational leader to join our Leadership team in September 2026. You will play an essential role in working as part of a dynamic leadership team rated Outstanding by Ofsted twice. You will be well supported by a friendly, hard-working and talented staff and lovely pupils who work together as part of a caring Christian family. This role will be a first step for colleagues who wish to progress in leadership. You will have a key role in maintaining our second OUTSTANDING achievement and continuing to drive our thirst to improve children’s lives. How to Apply: Applications should be returned c/o Headteacher, St Edmund’s Catholic School, Arundel Street, Portsmouth, PO1 1RX or by email: recruitment@saintedmunds.org.uk Please quote Job Reference: SL26 Please state clearly your second subject on your application. Please download the application pack from our school website: https://www.saintedmunds.org.uk/home/vacancies/vacancies-teaching In line with Safer Recruitment guidance we DO NOT accept CV’s. As we are unable to offer a sponsorship, we can only accept applications from candidates that already have the right to work in the UK. As part of our Safer Recruitment guidance social media profiles will be checked upon appointment. The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 18th May 2026. However, applications are welcomed prior to this and candidates interviewed. The school is committed to safeguarding and the promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of appointment.