Headteacher

St George's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 4BT

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  9 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  23 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: 1 FTE
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L15 - L21 (£73,105 - £84,699)

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Trust and Governors are seeking a visionary and faith-filled leader to guide our vibrant school community. Located in the historic city of York, St George’s is a place where every child is "loved, cherished, and challenged." We are looking for a Headteacher who can build on our strong foundations while driving excellence in every classroom.

You will provide the day-to-day leadership necessary to build on our successes and ensure every child receives a high-quality education rooted in Gospel values. As the ambassador for our school, you will be the first point of contact for stakeholders, raising our profile within the historic city of York and the wider community.

The successful candidate will be a practicing Catholic leader who can marry spiritual guidance with academic rigor. We are looking for:

• Faith Leadership: A deep commitment to upholding and promoting the values of the Catholic faith and the overarching ethos of the Trust.

• Pedagogical Excellence: A track record of demonstrating and demanding the highest standards of teaching and learning.

• Inspirational Impact: The ability to motivate and empower others.

• Creative Vision: A commitment to innovation, creativity, and inclusion that ensures no child is left behind.

• Collaborative Spirit: A desire to make a significant contribution not just to St George’s, but to the wider Trust family.

What the school offers its staff

By joining our Trust you are joining a collaborative network of 38 schools.

We offer:

• A Supportive Network: A strong, mission-led ethos supported by a dedicated Trust Board and local governors.

• Exceptional Talent: Work alongside highly experienced colleagues who are committed to the highest standards.

• Growth & Progression: Unrivalled professional development opportunities and a clear pathway for career progression across the Trust.

• A Joyful Environment: Happy, enthusiastic, and friendly pupils who are a credit to their families and the parish.

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

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

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.

SGEO029 Headteacher - St George's Catholic Primary School - Closing Date 9.3.26.pdf - 4.4 MB (opens in new tab)

About St George's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 217 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St George's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy website
• Email address: jamalizadeh.n@npcat.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-george-s-catholic-primary-school-a-catholic-voluntary-academy-york

Arranging a visit to St George's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jamalizadeh.n@npcat.org.uk.

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