Principal

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Bristol, BS5 8AS

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  20 February 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  8 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £62,202.00 - £72,162.00 Annually (Actual)

Principal job summary

Principal

Permanent Contract

Full Time

Leadership Scale Salary - L10 to L16

We are seeking an inspirational leader who will help lead our school into a new chapter and a bright future - establishing it as a leading academic institution. Empowered by the Newman Catholic Trust, ably supported by the experienced and dedicated governors and willed on by our passionate parents, you won't be alone on this journey. St. Patrick’s offers a collaborative and supportive environment. You will lead a dedicated team of educators and governors who share your passion for Catholic education. Together, you'll build upon the school's strong foundation and propel it towards an exceptional future.

We are looking for a dedicated, committed Catholic who:

has a firm commitment to school improvement and collaboration,

has a proven track record in teaching and experience of leadership,

embraces the challenge of leading a school through change with vision and determination,

can actively promote and market the school to attract families and build on its growing reputation,

and can inspire confidence within the community through compelling communication and leadership.

We can offer:

- highly competitive remuneration and strong support from the Trust and its schools,

- an opportunity to excel and further develop the skills required to pursue an ambitious career path,

- an opportunity to contribute to the strategic development of the school and wider Trust,

- a committed and motivated strategic leadership team.

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School is a proud member of The Cardinal Newman Catholic Educational Trust, supporting Trust Schools in leadership and progressive learning.

Application is via a CES application form accompanied by a cover letter to the Chair of the MAT Board (no more than two sides of A4) stating:

suitability for the role strengths and self-identified developmental needs, previous experience linked to key areas of the job description, how you will contribute to the effectiveness of the school, particularly in the areas identified above.

The application can be sent to: enquiries@newmancatholictrust.com ceo@newmancatholictrust.com via the MyNewTerm process or handed in directly to the school.

Visits to the school would be highly welcomed and can be made by appointment. Please contact the school office on 0117 3772387 to arrange a time to visit.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 205 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Patrick's Catholic Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-patrick-s-catholic-primary-school-bristol

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