Headteacher

Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 5FT

2 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  31 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 January 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
• Pay scale: L15 - L21

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Role

We are seeking a Headteacher who will:

• Provide strategic, compassionate leadership rooted in Christian values.

• Inspire excellence in teaching, learning, and personal development

• Strengthen and embody our joint denominational identity and faith mission

• Champion our children and families and hold the highest expectations of pupil’s achievement

• Build strong, trusting partnerships with families, parish churches, and the Trust.

• Continue to strengthen our safe, nurturing, inclusive and ambitious culture

• Empower staff through support, challenge, and professional growth to drive continuous improvement

The Person

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to the Christian mission of a joint Catholic and Church of England school.

• Can build on our strong foundations and lead with love, faith, and purpose.

• Brings energy, vision, resilience, and a deep belief in every child’s potential.

• Has a proven leadership experience, with a track record of raising standards and building strong teams.

• Communicates with clarity, kindness, and integrity.

• Demonstrates an inspirational passion for teaching

• Brings creativity, imagination, and a clear vision for the future

What the school offers its staff

We Offer

• A warm, faith centred school with a strong community spirit.
• Children who are respectful, enthusiastic, and proud of their school.
• A committed, supportive and caring staff team.
• Supportive governors and a Trust committed to professional development.
• A commitment to you and your continued professional development
• An opportunity to lead a unique school where Christian values guide every aspect of school life.

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.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged; our leadership team, staff and governors are looking forward to meeting you. Governors and leaders from the St Clare Trust team would also welcome questions and would encourage discussion about the role if you are considering application.

If you have any questions, or wish to make an appointment to visit the school and discuss the post further, please contact the school office by email at enquiries@emmaus.sheffield.sch.uk, or by phone on 0114 2766474

Commitment to safeguarding

Emmaus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and the Police Act Regulations.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Emmaus Headteacher Advert.pdf - 239 KB (opens in new tab)

Job Description - Head Teacher - Emmaus.pdf - 395 KB (opens in new tab)

About Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England/Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 341 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School website
• Email address: abray@stclarecmat.org.uk
• Phone number: 0114 2766474
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/emmaus-catholic-and-cofe-primary-school-sheffield

Number on Roll: 325 including nursery

Arranging a visit to Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email abray@stclarecmat.org.uk.

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