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Current vacancies

Schools

Secondment of Deputy Headteacher (non-teaching), Our Lady & St Philomena's Catholic Primary School, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly with the school.

The Governors of Our Lady and St. Philomena’s Catholic Primary School are looking to second an enthusiastic and inspirational, practising Catholic Deputy Headteacher who will develop and share their vision of high-quality education for all, with a deep commitment to their mission statement: The Love of Christ Shines Here.

Closing date:

June 20, 2025

Interview dates

Parish
Archdiocese

Parish Administrator (Admin and Financial) at St Joseph, Wrightington

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Administrator (Admin & Finance) to be based at St Joseph’s, High Moor, Crow Orchard Road, Wrightington, WN6 9PA, working closely with Rev Mgr Philip Gregory.

This is a permanent post, working 16 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9.30am-1.30pm). The salary is £11,085.70 per annum (FTE is £24,250.00). 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) and pension scheme are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality support in all aspects of the day-to-day administration and financial tasks to include maintaining parish registers, recording income and expenditure and managing petty cash and updating websites.

Applicants should also have; experience of working in a similar role dealing with a broad range of administrative tasks, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work unsupervised. Experience of implementing new administrative processes and knowledge of local parish community would be advantageous.

Closing date:

June 20, 2025

Interview dates

Archdiocese

Security Officer at Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, Liverpool

An opportunity is available to join the Security Team located at the Metropolitan Cathedral, Liverpool.

This is a permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week), operating on a two-week Rota that includes daytime, evening and weekend shifts:

Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday - ON; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - OFF; Saturday, Sunday - ON

Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday - OFF; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - ON; Saturday, Sunday - OFF

Salary: £22,932 per annum.

Benefits: 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and access to a pension scheme.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining an effective security presence across the Cathedral, the Crypt and the surrounding grounds. Responsibilities include safeguarding the building and its artefacts, responding to security and safety concerns raised by clergy, staff or visitors and reporting any incidents or risks to the Dean of the Cathedral.

Closing date:

June 16, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher, St John's Catholic Primary School, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy.  Please apply directly with the school.

St John’s Catholic Primary School is a highly successful and inclusive school within the Archdiocese of Liverpool. Due to the forthcoming retirement of their highly respected, successful and much loved headteacher, governors are looking to appoint a headteacher, who is inspirational, enthusiastic and committed to leading their school in the next stage of its development. Their reputation is strong, and the school community supports the vision and Catholic ethos of the school. This is a wonderful opportunity for a practising Catholic, who is dynamic, forward thinking and who can work in partnership with staff, children, senior leaders and governors, to drive the continued and future successes of this school.

Closing date:

September 12, 2025

Interview dates

September 25 & 26 2025

Parish
Archdiocese

Parish Cleaner at Our Lady and All Saints, Parbold

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Cleaner to work at the premises and offices of Bishop Thomas Neylon at The Priory, 5 Lancaster Lane, Parbold, Wigan WN8 7HS in the parish of Our Lady and Saints, Parbold.

The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Bishop Thomas Neylon, the Parish Administrator and other parish staff.

Closing date:

June 19, 2025

Interview dates

Education
Schools

Lay Chaplain, All Hallows Catholic High School, Lancashire

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly with the school.

The governors wish to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Lay Chaplain at All Hallows Catholic High School. The successful candidate will lead the spiritual life of the school and accompany staff and pupils on their faith journey.

Closing date:

June 16, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Cleaning Assistant at St Paul's Parish Centre, West Derby

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Mary's Parish Centre, Chorley

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Jude's Parish Centre, Wigan

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Joseph's Parish Centre, Penketh

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Joseph the Worker Parish Centre, Kirkby

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Joseph's Parish Centre, Chorley

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Gregory's Parish Centre, Lydiate

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Benet's Parish Centre, Netherton

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Benedict's Parish Centre, Warrington

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Ambrose Parish Centre, Speke

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Aidan's Parish Centre, Huyton

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Safeguarding
Archdiocese

Safeguarding Administrator

To provide a full administrative support service to the safeguarding section for paid workers, volunteers, clergy, and diocesan organisations across the Archdiocese of Liverpool. Liaising with the safeguarding team members and other identified agencies/personnel to ensure compliance with statutory regulations including the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). To promote best practice in relation to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in the Catholic Church.

We are seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Administrator to support our safeguarding team in ensuring the safety and well-being of paid workers, volunteers, clergy, and diocesan organisations across the Archdiocese of Liverpool. If so, we would welcome an application from you for the post of Safeguarding Administrator within our COO department.

The successful post holder will be responsible for ensuring compliance with statutory regulations including the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and promoting best practice in relation to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in the Catholic Church.

The role is part time, 21 hours per week, working Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.

Closing date:

June 13, 2025

Interview dates

June 25, 2025

Parish
Archdiocese

Parish Administrator (Admin and Financial) at St Joseph, Wrightington

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Administrator (Admin & Finance) to be based at St Joseph’s, High Moor, Crow Orchard Road, Wrightington, WN6 9PA, working closely with Rev Mgr Philip Gregory.

This is a permanent post, working 16 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9.30am-1.30pm). The salary is £11,085.70 per annum (FTE is £24,250.00). 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) and pension scheme are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality support in all aspects of the day-to-day administration and financial tasks to include maintaining parish registers, recording income and expenditure and managing petty cash and updating websites.

Applicants should also have; experience of working in a similar role dealing with a broad range of administrative tasks, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work unsupervised. Experience of implementing new administrative processes and knowledge of local parish community would be advantageous.

Closing date:

June 20, 2025

Interview dates

Archdiocese

Security Officer at Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, Liverpool

An opportunity is available to join the Security Team located at the Metropolitan Cathedral, Liverpool.

This is a permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week), operating on a two-week Rota that includes daytime, evening and weekend shifts:

Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday - ON; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - OFF; Saturday, Sunday - ON

Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday - OFF; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - ON; Saturday, Sunday - OFF

Salary: £22,932 per annum.

Benefits: 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and access to a pension scheme.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining an effective security presence across the Cathedral, the Crypt and the surrounding grounds. Responsibilities include safeguarding the building and its artefacts, responding to security and safety concerns raised by clergy, staff or visitors and reporting any incidents or risks to the Dean of the Cathedral.

Closing date:

June 16, 2025

Interview dates

Parish
Archdiocese

Parish Cleaner at Our Lady and All Saints, Parbold

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Cleaner to work at the premises and offices of Bishop Thomas Neylon at The Priory, 5 Lancaster Lane, Parbold, Wigan WN8 7HS in the parish of Our Lady and Saints, Parbold.

The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Bishop Thomas Neylon, the Parish Administrator and other parish staff.

Closing date:

June 19, 2025

Interview dates

Safeguarding
Archdiocese

Safeguarding Administrator

To provide a full administrative support service to the safeguarding section for paid workers, volunteers, clergy, and diocesan organisations across the Archdiocese of Liverpool. Liaising with the safeguarding team members and other identified agencies/personnel to ensure compliance with statutory regulations including the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). To promote best practice in relation to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in the Catholic Church.

We are seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Administrator to support our safeguarding team in ensuring the safety and well-being of paid workers, volunteers, clergy, and diocesan organisations across the Archdiocese of Liverpool. If so, we would welcome an application from you for the post of Safeguarding Administrator within our COO department.

The successful post holder will be responsible for ensuring compliance with statutory regulations including the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and promoting best practice in relation to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in the Catholic Church.

The role is part time, 21 hours per week, working Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.

Closing date:

June 13, 2025

Interview dates

June 25, 2025

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Cleaning Assistant at St Paul's Parish Centre, West Derby

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Mary's Parish Centre, Chorley

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Jude's Parish Centre, Wigan

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Joseph's Parish Centre, Penketh

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Joseph the Worker Parish Centre, Kirkby

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Joseph's Parish Centre, Chorley

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Gregory's Parish Centre, Lydiate

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Benet's Parish Centre, Netherton

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Benedict's Parish Centre, Warrington

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Ambrose Parish Centre, Speke

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Parish centres
Parish Centres

Bar Assistant at St Aidan's Parish Centre, Huyton

Closing date:

June 12, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Secondment of Deputy Headteacher (non-teaching), Our Lady & St Philomena's Catholic Primary School, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly with the school.

The Governors of Our Lady and St. Philomena’s Catholic Primary School are looking to second an enthusiastic and inspirational, practising Catholic Deputy Headteacher who will develop and share their vision of high-quality education for all, with a deep commitment to their mission statement: The Love of Christ Shines Here.

Closing date:

June 20, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher, St John's Catholic Primary School, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy.  Please apply directly with the school.

St John’s Catholic Primary School is a highly successful and inclusive school within the Archdiocese of Liverpool. Due to the forthcoming retirement of their highly respected, successful and much loved headteacher, governors are looking to appoint a headteacher, who is inspirational, enthusiastic and committed to leading their school in the next stage of its development. Their reputation is strong, and the school community supports the vision and Catholic ethos of the school. This is a wonderful opportunity for a practising Catholic, who is dynamic, forward thinking and who can work in partnership with staff, children, senior leaders and governors, to drive the continued and future successes of this school.

Closing date:

September 12, 2025

Interview dates

September 25 & 26 2025

Education
Schools

Lay Chaplain, All Hallows Catholic High School, Lancashire

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly with the school.

The governors wish to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Lay Chaplain at All Hallows Catholic High School. The successful candidate will lead the spiritual life of the school and accompany staff and pupils on their faith journey.

Closing date:

June 16, 2025

Interview dates

At present, we have no career vacancies. Please check back in the future for updates.

Why work here

It is an exciting time to be joining the archdiocese as we are go through a period of change and implement our pastoral plan. Everyone who works here is involved in the meaningful work of our mission, sharing the good news of Jesus.

Our pay and benefits

The archdiocese matches employee contributions up to 6% of their pensionable salary and give generous annual leave allowance. Other benefits include a pension salary sacrifice scheme, death in service scheme (subject to criteria), discounted gym memberships and access to a 24/7 counselling scheme.

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m.nakamura@rcaol.org.uk
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