Recruitment

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Join an active department and a dynamic team, involved in many aspects of education and formation within the archdiocese.

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Why work for us

  • Be a direct link to headteachers and chairs of governors and help them in support and challenge.
  • Help secure the future of Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Liverpool.
  • Many different roles ranging from leadership admin support to formation.
  • In a changing educational landscape to be a key player/leader/decision maker.

Jobs in the Education Service

Education

Headteacher, St Julie's Catholic Primary School, St Helens

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

Due to the retirement of our current Headteacher St Julie's Catholic Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Headteacher to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued. All candidates will be expected to be practicing catholic with a deep commitment to both the catholic education and ethos of our school

Closing date:

March 19, 2026

Interview dates

Education

Deputy Headteacher, The Trinity Catholic Academy, Liverpool

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

This is an exciting opportunity to help lead a strong Catholic primary academy. We are looking to appoint an outstanding Deputy Headteacher to support the Headteacher at The Trinity Catholic Academy. We are seeking someone, who is an inspirational leader and who possesses the vision and dedication required to enhance the leadership of this vibrant school, working alongside the Headteacher. 

Closing date:

March 18, 2026

Interview dates

Education

Headteacher, St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Lancashire

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

Following the promotion of our current Headteacher, the governing body wish to appoint a highly motivated, inspirational and reflective leader.

This is an exciting opportunity for a practising Catholic who can show commitment to maintaining our Catholic ethos. We are seeking a leader who is dynamic, forward thinking and can further drive and improve the existing high standards of the school.

Closing date:

March 23, 2026

Interview dates

Guidance for recruitment

All of our schools are expected to follow the standard form employment templates as issued by the Catholic Education Service. The latest versions of the documentation can be accessed here.

Application forms

These are the latest application forms for the different types of posts in Catholic schools as well as forms which supplement the application forms. The Notes to Applicants should be used by applicants to assist in completion of the application forms and supplementary forms. Applicants are reminded to use the Additional Pages at the back of the application forms where extra space is required to complete their answers.

Model recruitment documents and guidance

The documents below supplement the application forms and overall recruitment process.

Template contracts & model policies and procedures

The Catholic Education Service (CES) represents the Bishops' national education policy. Here, you can access thier template contracts of employment, including a contract generator and their policies and procedures.

Our Human Resources Department 

For further guidance, connect with the archdiocesan Human Resources Department.