Start date: September 1st 2025

 Leadership scale: L15 – L20

 Closing date: 12 noon, Thursday 6th March 2025

The pupils of St Paul’s Catholic Primary School in Tilehurst are looking for a Headteacher who is:

“Caring, inspiring, and someone who helps us believe we can achieve anything.”

Our staff are seeking an energetic leader who values collaboration, supports their professional growth, and nurtures a positive, faith-filled school community.

Could this be you?

St Paul’s is a vibrant and inclusive Catholic primary school where faith, love, and learning come together. Rooted in our mission, “United through Jesus in faith, love and learning,” we are committed to providing a nurturing and challenging environment for all children to flourish spiritually, academically, and socially.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader to guide our school into its next chapter of success.

We Offer:

• A strong Catholic ethos where Gospel values inspire everything we do.

• Enthusiastic and respectful pupils who love to learn and thrive.

• A dedicated and talented team of staff passionate about teaching and learning.

• A supportive governing body and close partnership with St Joseph’s Parish and the Diocese of Portsmouth.

• Professional development opportunities, including mentoring for first time Headteachers.

We Are Looking For:

• A reflective and resilient leader who embodies kindness, integrity, and ambition for all.

• A dedicated leader who fosters a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for every member of our school community.

• A practicing Catholic who is passionate about Catholic education and dedicated to the spiritual, moral, and academic development of every child. 

• An inspirational and strategic leader who can build on our successes and drive the school forward.

• An effective communicator who builds strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community About St Paul’s Catholic Primary School

St Paul’s is a welcoming one and a half form entry primary school located in Tilehurst, Reading. We pride ourselves on being a school where every child feels valued, every achievement is celebrated, and every voice is heard. Our commitment to high expectations and a rich, inclusive curriculum ensures that all pupils develop academically, personally, and spiritually. With strong ties to St Joseph’s Parish and a supportive local community, St Paul’s is a school where faith and learning go hand in hand. Together, we inspire our children to grow in confidence, character, and compassion, preparing them to make a positive impact on the world.

Visits to St Paul’s are warmly encouraged - to arrange a visit, please contact the Clerk to Governors rgonzalez@stpauls.w-berks.sch.uk 

Closing date: Thursday 6th March, 12 noon

Interview dates: Thursday 20th and Friday 21st March

Join us at St Paul’s – where faith, love, and learning unite to inspire every child to achieve their full potential.

St Paul’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and online checks will be completed for shortlisted candidates.

Please email your application to: Mrs Rachel Gonzalez via email rgonzalez@stpauls.w-berks.sch.uk

[postal / hard copy applications marked for R Gonzalez attention via the school office]