St Joseph’s is a happy and inclusive Catholic primary school where faith, love, and learning come together. Rooted in our mission, “Growing together with Jesus in our Hearts, Heads and Hands” we are committed to providing a nurturing and challenging environment for all to flourish spiritually, academically, and socially.

We need a strategic thinking, passionate leader who has the skill and vision to lead our school to successfully embrace the challenges that lay ahead as we embrace the next chapter of our journey.

We Offer:

• An inclusive, strong and caring school family with talented, hard-working, and committed staff.
• A strong Catholic ethos where Gospel values inspire everything we do.
• Happy, confident, enthusiastic and respectful pupils who love to learn and are proud of their school.
• Pupils who have a high standard of good behaviour and are a pleasure to teach.
• 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 to Appoint:

• A practicing Catholic who is passionate about Catholic education and dedicated to the spiritual, moral, and academic development of everyone in our school family.
• An exemplary role model who demonstrates their faith through their care and love of our children and all members of our school family.
• A person who has leadership experience and proven success in a senior leadership role in a Primary School setting.
• An inspirational and strategic leader who can drive the school forward and will inspire and challenge, leading our staff to achieve their very best for our pupils.
• A resilient and reflective 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 to thrive.
• An effective communicator committed to promoting strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the wider community.

How to Apply
Visits to St Joseph’s are warmly encouraged.
To arrange a visit and request a pack please contact the Clerk to Governors Mrs Emily Alder: e.alder@stjosephsbracknell.co.uk

For more information about the post, including the application pack and application form please visit:
https://ats-bracknellschooljobs.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/332600?ga_client_id=14aed961-b769-4b39-8d78-c5ba63450775&type=list

Please complete the application form in full.

Only completed Catholic Education Service (CES) applications will be considered.

A standalone CV will not be considered. When applying you should refer to the application pack which includes the Job Description and Person Specification.

It is essential that you provide a succinct personal statement that clearly demonstrates how you meet the required skills and attributes outlined in the Job Description and Person Specification. Please use concise examples where possible, to evidence your skill-set, as your personal statement will be the primary tool used to shortlist candidates.

All applications must be submitted electronically to Bracknell Forest’s HR department by email to: Sarah.Hunter@bracknell-forest.gov.uk

We look forward to receiving your application.

Closing date: Noon, Monday 11 May 2026.
Interview days: May 20 & 21 May 2026

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Servicecheck, along with all other relevant pre-employment checks. As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all.

Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.