Join Our Lady of Victories Catholic Primary School, SW7 5AQ, as the Head of School.
Our Lady of Victories Catholic Primary School is seeking a Head of School to lead our community of dedicated educators from 1st September 2025.
About Us
Our Lady of Victories Catholic Primary School is a top performing, vibrant school in the heart of Kensington & Chelsea and recently became a part of Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust. Nestled between Gloucester Road and South Kensington Underground Stations, we aim to create a safe, secure, inspiring and creative learning environment where children feel valued and happy. Our pupils are encouraged, praised and taught to be responsible citizens and take an active role in their school, parish and wider community.
The Trust promotes a collaborative environment, founded on Catholic Social Teaching and the principles of solidarity and subsidiarity, ensuring all pupils are supported to grow and succeed.
What We Are Looking For
Our Head of School will lead with the Executive Headteacher to shape the future of our school.
Our ideal candidate:
* Is a practising Catholic with a secure understanding of the distinctive nature of Catholic schools and Catholic education
* Holds a good honours degree, along with Qualified Teacher Status
* Holds a National Professional Qualification for Headship or has a willingness to work towards
* Has had proven leadership experience in a primary school setting, including at least three years in a senior leadership role
Key Responsibilities
As the Head of School, you will:
* Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the school by driving academic excellence, maintaining high standards of behaviour and ensuring a positive school culture that fosters both staff and pupil growth
* Collaborate with the Executive Headteacher and other Trust leaders to implement the school's vision and strategic goals while overseeing the operational management of the school
* Establish and sustain a Christ-centred vision embodied in the school’s Catholic mission, ethos and strategic direction in partnership with the parish, the Trust, those responsible for governance and through consultation with the school community and the Diocese of Westminster
What We Offer
* A competitive Inner London Leadership salary
* Professional development opportunities tailored to support your growth and career progression
* A welcoming, supportive environment with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare for all pupils
Apply Today
For further details on the role, please view the Job Description and Person Specification or visit our website to find out more about us.
To apply for this role, please complete the application forms available on our Vacancies webpage.
The closing date for applications is 8am on 25th April 2025.
The shortlisting date is 25th April 2025.
The interview date is 28th April 2025.
If you would like to arrange a tour of the school or a telephone call for an informal conversation with the Executive Headteacher about the role, please email .
Our Lady of Victories Catholic Primary School and Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All roles are subject to satisfactory vetting, including an Enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List.
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