Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full Time, Permanent
Start date: 01 September 2026
Apply by: 26 March 2026
The St Benedict Catholic Academy Trust is seeking an inspirational and dynamic Director of Primary Education to join our rapidly growing organisation.
The Director of Primary Education will be an innovative, visionary leader with a passion for research and development. You will implement evidence-based approaches to raise standards and improve the quality of provision for all stakeholders, driving a culture of continuous improvement across both our schools and the Central Team.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Education (DOE) will provide strategic leadership as we continue to establish and expand the Trust. You will ensure clear direction for our schools, families, and parishes while articulating and developing the Trust’s core mission, vision and ethos. Working alongside the Director of School Improvement, you will be accountable for the collective performance of the Trust, collaborating closely with Headteachers and Local Governing Bodies.
Our Trustees are looking for a leader who thrives under high levels of accountability and possesses the collaborative spirit needed to nurture our vibrant, distinctive Catholic schools. This is a rare and rewarding opportunity to be a major driving force in shaping the future of our Trust.
If you have the proven ability to lead senior teams in creating a rich educational experience for every young person in our care, we would love to hear from you.
If you would like to arrange an informal, confidential conversation with Jonathan Ronan (St Benedict Catholic Academy Trust CEO) please contact Karen Robertson (k.robertson@sbcat.co.uk ).
Start date 1st September 2026 or January 2027.
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