Headteacher
St James' Catholic Primary School, millom, Cumbria, LA18 4AS109 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Required for Summer term or as soon as possible thereafter
Closing date
8 February 2027 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
22 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £70,275 to £81,457 per annum
Pay scale
- Leadership Group 2 L12 - L18
What skills and experience we're looking for
We, the Governors of St. James Catholic Primary School, wish to invite applications for the post of
Headteacher, following the retirement of our current, long standing Headteacher in August 2026.
This will provide an excellent opportunity for a practising Catholic leader to guide our popular,
well loved, school and its community in its next chapter.
We seek to appoint a Headteacher who will:
- Be a committed practising Catholic with a clear vision and strong dedication to Catholic
education.
- Demonstrate proven leadership skills and a passion for making a difference in children’s
lives.
- Inspire, motivate, and support staff and pupils, while fostering positive relationships with
parents, governors, parish, and the wider community.
- Continue to raise aspirations and achievement through challenge and support.
- Secure and sustain high‑quality teaching and learning, with a focus on long‑term
improvement.
- Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and welfare for pupils and staff.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• Enthusiastic and motivated pupils who are proud of their school.
• A welcoming and caring ethos rooted in the Catholic faith.
• A dedicated and talented staff team, committed to working in partnership with families.
• A supportive Governing Body and strong parish links.
• Opportunities for professional development through collaboration with the Diocese of
Lancaster and wider networks.
Further information about the job
Application Process
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. Arrangements can be made by
contacting the school office on 01229 772731
Full details of the post and the relevant application form are available on the school’s website:
https://www.stjamesrc.cumbria.sch.uk
All applicants must complete the CES Senior Leadership Application Form and submit it to Rachel
Jewell, Clerk to the Governors at rjewell@holyfamily.cumbria.sch.uk
Electronic applications will require signature prior to interview.
This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics in accordance with the guidance of the Catholic
Education Service.
St. James’ Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS clearance.
References will be sought and an online search carried out on applicants as part of our due
diligence.
Closing Date: Monday, 8th February 2027 at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Thursday 11th February 2027
Formal Interviews: Thursday 25th February 2027 and Friday 26th February 2027
Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St James' Catholic Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 186 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- tracy@stjamesrc.cumbria.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01229772731
Our mission statement, 'I have loved you with an everlasting love' Jeremiah 31:3 is the beatingheart of our unique and inclusive school, where every child is valued, respected and nurturedtoenable them to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually and personally. We areproudthat St. James was recognised as being a 'good school' in both OFSTED and Section 42CatholicSchool inspections, where our Catholic ethos was recognised as a strength.
Arranging a visit to St James' Catholic Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy@stjamesrc.cumbria.sch.uk.
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