Headteacher

We are looking for an experienced inspirational leader with vision, gravitas and strong ambassadorial skills, someone with diplomacy, energy, a passion for excellence in everything they do and shares our values and our distinctive educational philosophy. 

St Augustine's Priory is Ealing's top performing Independent Catholic Day School for girls aged 3-18 with boys in the nursery: a visionary school with a unique community. Set in 13 acres of beautiful grounds in the heart of London that is at a very exciting stage of its development.

The School has strong strategic and operating frameworks that enable sustained growth and high performance, including excellent education and pastoral care in the context of its mission, ideals and ethos. 

Candidates will require stamina and energy, the interpersonal skills to command the respect of a wide range of stakeholders from different cultural backgrounds, and the intellect, sensitivity and humility to engage broadly whilst shaping strategy and policy in tandem with the Governors, the St Augustine’s Priory 1941 Trust and Diocese of Westminster. 

For more information about this exciting opportunity and how to apply, please visit our website and career site . 

The Application Process

Terms of Appointment

The start date of the post will be April or September 2023. 

A salary commensurate with the importance of the role and experience of the successful candidate will be offered. This will be part of an appropriate package which will include; pension, generous contributory pension scheme (expert advice on pensions can be offered), reasonable UK relocation expenses, medical insurance, fee remission and a range of other benefits available to all staff. Onsite accommodation in a cottage would be available if required, the cottage consists of 3 bedrooms, 1 double and 2 singles. 

Conditions of employment:

For further information about the post and the school, please email Lynne Horner from LMConsulting (LynneMConsulting@outlook.com) who has been engaged in the recruitment process as an external consultant.

The closing date for applications is Monday 26th September 9:00am. 

Preliminary Interviews with LMConsulting will commence before the applications deadline, early applications are encouraged. 

You should submit: 

• The St Augustine’s Priory Application Form, available from https://www.sapriory.com/admissions/staff-vacancies/ 

• A covering letter addressed to Mr Patrick D’Arcy Chair of Governors. The letter should be no more than 2 pages explaining your reasons for applying and the attractions of this role, the relevance of your experience, and how you relate your personal educational philosophy to your understanding of the school and role. 

• Please submit your application and covering letter by email to HR@sapriory.com before Monday 26th September 9:00am.

The recruitment process will proceed as follows: 

• All applications will be acknowledged by email. If you have not received acknowledgement that your application has been received within two working days of sending it, please contact Mrs Lauren Bhambra (HR@sapriory.com).

• Early Preliminary interviews with Lynne Horner from LMConsulting will commence shortly after the application has been received.

• First round interviews will take place on Tuesday 4th October 2022. Overseas candidates will be interviewed by video conference.

• Final round interviews will take place at St Augustine’s Priory on Tuesday 18th October 2022, with an invite to a pre-interview dinner on Monday 17th October 2022.

• Reference will be sought for all candidates invited to the final round of interviews prior to the interview date. Permission to take up references will be requested from all candidates on offer of the interview.  

Safeguarding and Equal opportunities 

St Augustine’s Priory is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. St Augustine’s Priory is an inclusive employer and we pride ourselves on our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from all sectors and backgrounds. For more information please view our Equal Opportunities Policy. 

The post is subject to compliance with:- 

• School policies and guidelines on the curriculum and school organisation  

• Safeguarding procedures 

• Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy and Procedure 

The duties and responsibilities detailed within the job description should be supplemented by those accountabilities, roles and responsibilities common to all school staff as set out in the Staff Handbook.