Headteacher
Closing in 21 days (10 May 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: Leadership Scale 12–18
Employer: Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Location: Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset,
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 10 May 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
- Part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust
- Permanent, Full Time
- Leadership Scale 12–18
- Start Date: September 2026
Lead with faith. Shape the future. Make a difference that lasts.
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is a joyful, ambitious and nurturing community where children are at the heart of everything we do. Rooted in Gospel values and guided by our mission – Together we love, we learn, we live.
We are proud of who we are. And we are ready for what comes next.
This is more than a headship. It is an opportunity to lead a Catholic community with courage, clarity and compassion.
Our school
At Corpus Christi, faith shapes daily life. We nurture our relationship with God, celebrate the dignity of every child, and develop young people who are curious, resilient and compassionate.
Our curriculum is broad, structured and ambitious. We want children to think deeply, read fluently, reason confidently and act with integrity. We prepare them not only for their next stage of education, but for a life lived with purpose and service.
As part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, we belong to a family of schools committed to providing an all-round education rooted in Christian values, where every child flourishes.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We’re looking for a Headteacher who will help us move from strong to exceptional.
Our children say they want a Headteacher who will:
- Be warm, smiley and welcoming
- Help everyone feel safe and valued
- Listen carefully to children and adults
- Make learning exciting
- Encourage us to never give up
- Be kind and fair
Their words are simple. Their expectations are high.
We are looking for a leader who will:
- Strengthen and sustain our Catholic ethos in partnership with Parish, Governors and Trust
- Model leadership inspired by Christ, underpinned by integrity and the Nolan Principles
- Champion high-quality, evidence-informed teaching across all subjects
- Ensure a coherent, ambitious curriculum for every pupil, including those with SEND
- Promote a culture of high expectations, joyful behaviour and professional excellence
- Invest in staff development, wellbeing and succession
- Lead with strategic clarity, ensuring safeguarding, strong governance and financial stewardship
- Inspire staff and pupils, shaping culture and driving excellence
- Build powerful partnerships within our Trust and wider community
- Make lives better – every single day.
Above all, you will serve in the best interests of children – with ambition for every child and belief in the transformative power of Catholic education.
What is in it for me?
What we offer
- Children who love learning
- A committed, caring staff team
- Support from a strong Catholic Trust family
- Collaboration across schools and with the Diocese
- A community that feels like family
You will not lead alone – but you will lead courageously.
DBS check
Enhanced DBS check required
Supporting documents and information
You are warmly invited to visit Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School and experience our community for yourself.
To arrange a visit or for more information, please call our central office on 01278 226006 or email recruitment@thedcet.com
Closing date: 10 May 2026
Interview date: 20 May 2026 (TBC)
Please note CVs will not be accepted.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search including social media platforms of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.
