27 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    24 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    25 February 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: Usually at least 27.5 hours a week

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

L19 - L24 Outer London (£84,769 - £95,267)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are a Federation of well-regarded Infant and Junior schools in the local community, based in a vibrant location in North London with good transport links. Our schools are recognised as Ofsted ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ (October 2022 and November 2023) and CSI overall ‘Good’ with Outstanding Catholic Life and Mission and Collective Worship (February 2025) Catholic School in the Diocese of Westminster.

Applications are welcomed from aspirational, experienced Headteachers and those who are currently in a senior leadership role within their school and are ready to take the next step in their career.

We are seeking a Headteacher who:

  • Is a practising Catholic, with a clear vision and strong commitment to Catholic Education.
  • Will have a transformational impact on the outcomes and experiences of all pupils.
  • Has an ability to lead and develop outstanding teaching and learning, having the knowledge and expertise to ensure that progress, attainment and achievement are maximised.
  • Is an excellent communicator with good management skills who can develop and work positively and professionally with our staff team.
  • Has a track record of developing and supporting teachers and support staff at all career stages and implementing whole school initiatives.
  • Is hard-working, well organised and highly motivated.
  • Will embrace the role with integrity, energy and confidence.

What the school offers its staff

  • A warm and welcoming Catholic community where the well-being of all is highly regarded.
  • A strong commitment to your professional development and growth as a leader.
  • Experienced and dedicated colleagues, who are supportive and friendly.
  • Children who love coming to school, who demonstrate resilience and enthusiasm for learning.
  • Supportive parents who work with us.
  • A stimulating learning environment with good transport links and on-site car parking.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Annunciation Catholic Infant and Junior school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure from DBS.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

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Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About The Annunciation RC Junior School

School type
Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 7 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
176 pupils enrolled
Age range
7 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
020 8906 0723

The Annunciation Catholic Infant and Junior School is a happy, friendly school with a strong sense of community.

Arranging a visit to The Annunciation RC Junior School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@annunciationjnr.barnetmail.net.

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