Overview
Employer: St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Reference: SCH/25/321757
Leadership L19 - 25
Location: Hornchurch, RM12 4TL
Hours: Full Time
Salary: L19 - L25 (starting salary based on experience)
Contract: Permanent | Full Time
Closing date: 06/10/2025 at 17:00
Enhanced DBS check
Role
The Governors of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Head Teacher from January 2026, due to our Head Teacher relocating with their family. St Mary’s is a caring, friendly school and parish community where our Catholic Ethos is central to all that we do. Our new Head Teacher will work with Governors to shape the strategic direction of the school and will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of St Mary’s. Our new Head Teacher will lead a team that strives together in the best interest of all of our children, following the school’s values and mission statement:
“With Jesus and through the prayers of Mary, we enjoy learning and celebrate our lives together.”
Qualifications and Experience
Applications are invited from Head Teachers, Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Head Teachers with outstanding leadership experience.
Responsibilities
* Be a practising Catholic who can nurture faith and spirituality and take the lead role in providing inspirational Catholic education based on shared Gospel values.
* Be passionate in promoting a clear child-centred vision.
* Be inclusive, aspirational and ambitious for all our children and our staff.
* Be a committed and engaging leader as we continue to strive for excellence.
Governors are seeking someone who
* Will encourage a curriculum that our teachers will be excited to teach and will inspire our children to learn.
* Can demonstrate a proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadership.
* Has a secure understanding of all matters relating to safeguarding.
* Will be an enthusiastic team leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents and Parish.
* Will bring together a team in the school to achieve an outstanding level of education for our children.
* Will work hard to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential.
* Can demonstrate to communicate clearly and pro-actively their vision and mission.
We can offer the successful candidate
* Children who are committed, enthusiastic and fully engaged in their learning.
* Professional and dedicated staff, supportive parents, and active Governors.
* An enthusiastic and aspirational Senior Leadership Team and support from a PA.
* Excellent opportunities for further professional development.
* A vibrant community with an active PTA and parent body
* Ofsted (2024) ‘Good’ rated school.
Application
Please complete the attached application form and return to admin@stmcps.co.uk. If required please liaise with the School Office Manager, Joanne Brooks.
Applications should be on a CES application form, and sent to the school (applications not submitted on the CES application form will not be considered). Any electronic applications will have to be signed by the applicant attending an interview.
Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This is a reserved post and is open to practising Catholics only. Review the Diocese of Brentwood document for further information.
Interview
Tuesday 21 October 2025
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
St Mary’s 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 subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant employment checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School. Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics.
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