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Archbishop of Cardiff-Menevia urges Catholics to oppose assisted suicide in Wales

The Most Reverend Mark O’Toole, Archbishop of Cardiff-Menevia is calling on Catholics and people of goodwill living in Wales to write to their member of the Senedd, the Welsh Parliament, to oppose assisted suicide.

More information on the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales website: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/archbishop-of-cardiff-menevia-urges-catholics-to-oppose-assisted-suicide-in-wales/

Emmaus youth retreat poster 2025

EMMAUS YOUTH RETREAT

This event takes place at St David’s College in Cardiff, on Sunday 23rd November, which is the Feast of Christ the King. The day runs from 10am to 5pm, and it includes the celebration of Holy Mass with Archbishop Mark. We will assist with transport for those traveling from different parts of the diocese.
The day costs £10 per person, which includes travel, lunch, and the day’s activities. It is essential that participants register by November 11th for this event.

Register for our the Emmaus Discover Youth Retreat
Introducing Emmaus Youth Mission

Headteacher wanted in St. Joseph’s Catholic Infant School, Port Talbot

To commence: 1st September 2025 or a later suitably negotiated date.

The governing body wish to appoint a practising and committed Catholic who will be an enthusiastic, inspirational and passionate headteacher. The successful candidate will work in partnership with a dedicated and caring staff, a supportive governing body and happy, motivated and receptive children. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate.

The successful applicant will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a clear vision for Catholic education
  • Demonstrate a clear vision in maintaining and developing our school in partnership with the staff, governors, parents, the diocese and the local authority
  • Promote the development of dynamic teamwork and collective responsibility across the whole school
  • Lead, manage and motivate staff and pupils 2 / 3 – Raise standards of attainment and achievement for all pupils
  • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
  • Understand the importance of the school at the heart of its community
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Additional Learning Needs provision
  • Ensure the efficient and effective management of the budget and all resources within the school
  • Demonstrate a proven track record in school leadership, management and school improvement.

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected. Applicants are required to be a serving headteacher or have NPQH before being shortlisted.

Interested candidates are welcome to visit the school, as a group, at 1.30pm on Friday 6th June, 2025. Please contact the school by email if you intend attending this informal visit.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Check (child’s list) from the Disclosure & Barring Service. The successful candidate will be appointed by the Governors to the Catholic Education Service Contract.

Salary Range: L11-17 Salary: £66,897 – £77,363 per annum

Post Ref: 1018412

Applicants are invited to apply using the Catholic Education Service Senior Leadership application form. For an application pack please visit http://www.eteach.com or http://www.npt.gov.uk/jobs. Alternatively, you can e-mail the HR Recruitment team at jobs@npt.gov.uk or telephone 01639 686837.

The closing date for completed applications is Monday June 9th 2025 Please note that shortlisting for this post will take place on Monday 16th June 2025 and interviews for this post will take place on Monday 23rd June 2025.

ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC INFANT SCHOOL Water Street, Port Talbot, SA12 6LF

Tel: 01639882579

Email: office@stjosinf.npt.school

Teachers wanted in St Mary’s Roman Catholic Primary School, Cardigan

The Governors and Acting Head Teacher of St Mary’s Roman Catholic Primary School, Carmarthen are looking for applications from highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals for the following post:

  • A Full Time Class Teacher for a Key Stage 2 class (Y3 – 6)
  • A Level 1 Teaching Assistant for a Key Stage 2 class (Y3 – 6). 20 hours per week

Applicants will need to be dedicated and committed team players, who will work to further develop the Catholic ethos of our school community. The ideal candidates will have experience in delivering and furthering the Catholic, religious and moral values that are the foundation of our learning community, while enabling the children to grow and develop as valued members of our parishes and wider community.

Full details for the posts are available from the eteach website vacancy page: https://www.eteach.com/jobs/carmarthenshire

For an informal discussion, please contact Mrs. Hannah Corcoran (Acting Head Teacher) Phone: 01267 234297 Email: corcoranh1@hwbcymru.net

Volunteer Training Sessions – Safeguarding

Do you volunteer or work with children or young people in your parish?

Would you like to know how you might protect children from harm?

Understand more about terms such as ‘grooming’ ‘exploitation’ and ‘harmful sexual behaviour’?

The Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia safeguarding team is working with the Lucy Faithfull Foundation to deliver free ‘live’ on line training sessions via TEAMS.

Professionals / Volunteers Protect – Tuesday 1st April 6-8pm

  • Enhance understanding of child sexual abuse.
  • Explore risk factors and prevention resources.
  • Learn how to support families effectively.

Digital Resilience – Wednesday 11th June 6-8pm

  • Keep children safe online amidst changing technology.
  • Build confidence in discussing internet safety.
  • Understand concerning online behaviors and develop a digital safety plan.

Understanding Harmful Sexual Behaviour – Wednesday 24th September 6-8pm

  • Identify healthy versus harmful behaviors among peers.
  • Learn how to respond to concerns regarding sexual harm.
  • Child Sexual Exploitation Awareness

Child sexual exploitation awareness – Wednesday 12th November 6-8pm

  • Understand risk factors and learn where to seek help.
  • Discover positive preventative actions to protect children and young people.

To book your place please contact safeguarding@rcadc.org – stating which date and your name.

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Mass Times & Updates to the website – April 2022

Please see the Parish Newsletter for up to date Mass Times and other services.

You can find the current Parish Newsletter by following the link below: https://stdavidandstpatrick.org/newsletters/

You can find the Easter Programme (With Mass & Service times) via the main menu of the website.

The parish website is currently in the process of being updated and so some information may not be correct as published. Until this is amended please see the Parish Newsletter for any information you require.