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

Pope Leo XIV

“Habemus Papam” – Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected Pope Leo XIV

“Peace be with all of you!” – the first words of Pope Leo XIV. The Conclave has elected Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Bishop of Rome. His election was announced to the waiting crowds by the Cardinal Protodeacon, Dominique Mamberti.

Archbishop Mark earlier issued a statement on the election of the new Pope.

More information in https://rcadc.org/habemus-papam-cardinal-robert-prevost-has-been-elected-pope-leo-xiv/

ELECTION OF THE NEW POPE

On Wednesday, 7th May, the Conclave will begin for the election of a new Pope. During this time, please keep the College of Cardinals in your prayers. We will have a Votive Mass at 9.30am on that day followed by Eucharistic Adoration at 10.00am. The Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales has useful resources on their website, specifically under the title ‘Conclave. Who will elect the next Pope?’ Either click on the link below or go to the Parish website and follow the link: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/conclave-who-will-elect-the-next-pope/

Archbishop Mark Issues a Video Message on the Death of Pope Francis

In this moving tribute, Archbishop Mark offers a heartfelt reflection on the life, witness, and legacy of Pope Francis.

From his episcopal motto Miserando atque eligendo (“Looking with mercy, he called him”) to his tireless commitment to the poor and marginalised, Pope Francis lived the Gospel with deep compassion and humility.

As Archbishop Mark recalls, he was a man who described himself simply as a “saved sinner” – someone transformed by the mercy of God, and determined that others might encounter that same mercy.

He stood close to those on the margins – the homeless, the migrant, the forgotten – embodying Christ’s love and inviting the Church to do the same.

As we commend Pope Francis to the Father’s house, we pray that he may hear the words he surely longed to hear:
“Well done, good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of your master.”

Please join us in praying for the repose of his soul.

Original post in the Archidiocese of Cardiff-Menevia website: https://rcadc.org/archbishop-marks-video-message-on-the-death-of-pope-francis/