Inspiring Catholic Primary Headteacher

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School; London Borough of Havering; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Upminster, Essex, invites applications for an inspirational Head Teacher to lead our two-form-entry school from January 2027. The role requires a practising Catholic with proven leadership across primary phases and a strong commitment to Gospel values.

The successful candidate will provide spiritual and strategic leadership, work with supportive governors, and guide staff to nurture a caring, ambitious learning community grounded in faith.

Qualifications

• Must be a practising Catholic in good standing with the Church and able to lead the Catholic life of the school with authenticity and conviction.
• Experience leading a primary school, with strategic vision for a two-form-entry setting.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Ability to build partnerships with families, parish and the Diocese of Brentwood.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual, strategic and operational leadership for the school.
• Lead development of a broad, engaging curriculum and high behaviour standards.
• Lead and support staff through coaching and mentoring.
• Promote Town and parish partnerships and safeguarding across all school activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Safeguarding

Education

Headship/Deputy leadership experience

Job description

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Upminster, Essex, invites applications for an inspirational Head Teacher to lead our two-form-entry school from January 2027. The role requires a practising Catholic with proven leadership across primary phases and a strong commitment to Gospel values.

The successful candidate will provide spiritual and strategic leadership, work with supportive governors, and guide staff to nurture a caring, ambitious learning community grounded in faith.