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Current vacancies

External

Parish Nurse at Leyland Road Methodist Church, Southport

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly to Leyland Road Methodist Church

Leyland Road Methodist Church is looking to employ a Nursing and Midwifery Council Registered Nurse/Midwife (NMC), band 6,in a part time salaried position to lead their new Parish Nursing Service and will be supported by a small team.

This innovative service is provided in partnership with Parish Nursing Ministries UK and aims to complement statutory services and improve and maintain the holistic health and wellbeing of neurodiverse children up to the age of 25 and their families

It is a requirement for post holders to have completed certification with Parish Nursing UK training or be willing to undertake this.

Current registration with the NMC is essential and support for revalidation is provided.

More information can be found below.

Closing date:

May 2, 2025

Interview dates

External

Part-Time Development Worker/Trainer at Rainbow Bereavement Support

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly to Rainbow Bereavement Support.

Rainbows Bereavement Support GB is an increasingly successful national charity offering training in bereavement and loss to school staff and bereavement support programmes for children and young people grieving a significant and often devastating loss in their lives.  

If you would like to know more about the post, we warmly encourage you to speak informally and in confidence to Sharon Melia-Craven, Rainbows National Co-Director with specific responsibility for the North before making an application. Sharon may be contacted by sharon.rainbowsgb@btconnect.com or phone on 07764 431536.  

The essential purpose of this post is twofold:

1. To support the work of Rainbows currently operating in the schools across the regions.

 2. To actively encourage additional schools in the region to ensure staff are trained in bereavement and loss issues and make use of Rainbows programmes as a proven and successful means of supporting children and young people through painful transitions in their lives.

 It will be a requirement of the post that the successful candidate undergoes training to become a Rainbows Registered Director/Trainer.

More information, including how you can apply, can be found below.

Closing date:

June 1, 2025

Interview dates

July 7, 2025

Education
Schools

Headteacher at St John's Catholic Primary School, Kirkdale

This is an external vacancy, please apply directly via the school.

Due to the forthcoming retirement of their highly respected, successful and much loved Headteacher, Governors are looking to appoint a Headteacher who is inspirational, enthusiastic and commited to leading the school in the next stage of its development.

Closing date:

April 11, 2025

Interview dates

April 24 & 25, 2025

Education
Schools

Headteacher at All Saints Catholic Primary School, Anfield

This is an external vacancy, please apply directly via the school .

All Saints Catholic Primary School in Anfield is a unique school set in the heart of Liverpool. It is a thriving and popular school that is connected to its local community to provide a rich and extensive curriculum to serve the needs of all of its very special pupils.
The school are looking for a headteacher to continue the school’s development as a leading school in the region. The person appointed should be someone who is dynamic, forward-thinking and who can bring together staff, pupils, senior leaders and governors to drive forward the continued and future successes of the school.

Closing date:

April 22, 2025

Interview dates

April 28 & 29, 2025

Parish
Archdiocese

Parish Administrator at St Catherine of Alexandria, Lydiate

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Administrator (Admin & Finance) to be based at St Gregory’s, Liverpool Road, Lydiate, Liverpool L31 2NA to support St Catherine of Alexandria parish.

The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Father Grant Maddock, the Parish Administrators, the Parish Deacon and Lay Ministers based at Our Lady, St Gregory and St Mary (which comprise the parish of St Catherine of Alexandria).

This is a Fixed term post for 2 years, working 20 hours per week. The salary is £13,857.14 per annum (FTE £24,250.00). 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and pension scheme are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality support in all aspects of the day-to-day administration and financial tasks to include maintaining parish registers, recording income and expenditure and managing petty cash and updating websites.

Applicants should also have; experience of working in a similar role dealing with a broad range of administrative tasks, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work unsupervised. Experience of implementing new administrative processes and knowledge of local parish community would be advantageous.

Closing date:

April 3, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher at Holy Spirit Catholic Academy, Liverpool

This is an external advert. Please apply directly via St Joseph's CMAT

The Board of Directors of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Headteacher to Holy Spirit Catholic Academy from September 2025, to lead this warm and welcoming school in the heart of Netherton.

For more information about Holy Spirit Catholic Academy please visit our website: https://holyspiritcatholicprimary.co.uk/

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a strong Catholic primary academy.  Reporting to the Director of Primary Education, you will focus your leadership skills on both the Catholic life of the school and improving standards of teaching and learning.

For further information, and how you can apply, click below.

Closing date:

April 24, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher for Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Leigh

This is an external vacancy; please apply via the school.

Due to the recent retirement of the much loved and highly respected Headteacher, the Governing Body of Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and dedicated individual, to join the school family. They wish to appoint a Headteacher who leads by example, is kind, and reflective and will endeavour to provide the very best for each and all of the children.

Closing date:

April 10, 2025

Interview dates

April 23, 2025

Schools

Headteacher, St Michael's CPS, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy please apply directly with the School.

St Michael’s Catholic Primary School is a highly successful, diverse, inclusive and welcoming two form entry school within the Archdiocese of Liverpool.

Due to the forthcoming retirement of our highly respected, successful and much loved Headteacher, Governors are looking to appoint a Headteacher, who is inspirational, enthusiastic and committed to leading our school in the next stage of its development.

Our reputation is strong, and the school community supports the vision and Catholic ethos of the school. This is a wonderful opportunity for a practising Catholic, who is dynamic, forward thinking and who can work in partnership with staff, children, senior leaders, families and governors, to drive and guide St Michael’s on our journey of faith, love and academic excellence. If you are passionate about making a difference, we would encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.

Closing date:

April 7, 2025

Interview dates

April 22, 23 & 24, 2025

Pastoral Development
Archdiocese

Catholic Social Action Coordinator

This is an exciting new role which has been developed to initiate, deliver, coordinate and evaluate the work of the archdiocese relating to social justice and environmental issues working closely with internal colleagues and external stakeholders.

Department for Pastoral Development aims to contribute to the implementation of the new archdiocesan Pastoral Plan, which is the fruit of Synod 2020.

The post holder will work collaboratively with both clergy and lay people. He or she will liaise with individuals and groups within the archdiocesan structures (parishes, deaneries, colleagues in the Central Office, etc.) and outside them (civic and charitable organisations, bodies, and networks).

The principal focus of this role is to co-ordinate the work of the Archdiocese relating to social justice and environmental issues compatible with Catholic Social Teaching and in keeping with Pope Francis’ encyclical ‘Laudato Si’'.

The post sits within the Pastoral Development Department and will ensure that the commitment in the archdiocesan Pastoral Plan for inclusivity, justice and peace, the poor, the marginalised and the environment, is embedded into the mission of the local church.

For an informal discussion about either role please contact Elizabeth Parsons, Director of Pastoral Development on by email at e.parsons@rcaol.org.uk or telephone on 0151 522 1023.

Closing date:

April 7, 2025

Interview dates

Education
Schools

Deputy Headteacher for St Julie's Catholic High School, Liverpool

Closing Date: 22nd April 2025 Shortlisting: 23rd April 2025 Interviews: W.C. 28th April 2025

This is an external vacancy, please apply via the school

The Governors of St Julie’s Catholic High School, Liverpool are seeking to appoint an inspirational, ambitious and innovative Deputy Head Teacher. St Julie’s is a popular and oversubscribed school for girls situated in the conservation area of Woolton Village, South Liverpool. Their Catholic Notre Dame ethos is central to all we do. The new Deputy Head Teacher will work with governors and staff to shape the strategic direction of the school in continuing its positive journey and lead a team which strives together in the best interests of all pupils in line with the Notre Dame values of faith, truth, joy, love, justice and hope following the principles laid down by their founder St Julie Billiart.

Closing date:

April 22, 2025

Interview dates

Pastoral Development
Archdiocese

Youth Ministry Coordinator

This is an exciting new role which has been developed to support the work of Area 5 of the Pastoral Plan. The post-holder will work closely with colleagues from the parishes, schools and archdiocesan lay staff, in developing routes for the active participation and support of young people in the life of the church and in the service of its communities. To bring vision, energy and experience to develop youth ministry, accompanying young people into a living experience of the Church community.

The key initial priorities of this role are to:

Design and develop various projects and initiatives to enable young people to build positive relationships with the church.

Develop a mechanism for young people to engage in discussions about the future of the church.

Actively develop an archdiocesan strategy for young people.

The ideal candidate will have a background working directly with young people (aged 10-19) and a good knowledge of the Catholic faith.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Elizabeth Parsons, Director of Pastoral Development, either by email on e.parsons@rcaol.org.uk or over the phone on 0151 522 1023.

Closing date:

April 14, 2025

Interview dates

Parish
Archdiocese

Parish Administrator at St Catherine of Alexandria, Lydiate

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Administrator (Admin & Finance) to be based at St Gregory’s, Liverpool Road, Lydiate, Liverpool L31 2NA to support St Catherine of Alexandria parish.

The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Father Grant Maddock, the Parish Administrators, the Parish Deacon and Lay Ministers based at Our Lady, St Gregory and St Mary (which comprise the parish of St Catherine of Alexandria).

This is a Fixed term post for 2 years, working 20 hours per week. The salary is £13,857.14 per annum (FTE £24,250.00). 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and pension scheme are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality support in all aspects of the day-to-day administration and financial tasks to include maintaining parish registers, recording income and expenditure and managing petty cash and updating websites.

Applicants should also have; experience of working in a similar role dealing with a broad range of administrative tasks, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work unsupervised. Experience of implementing new administrative processes and knowledge of local parish community would be advantageous.

Closing date:

April 3, 2025

Interview dates

Pastoral Development
Archdiocese

Catholic Social Action Coordinator

This is an exciting new role which has been developed to initiate, deliver, coordinate and evaluate the work of the archdiocese relating to social justice and environmental issues working closely with internal colleagues and external stakeholders.

Department for Pastoral Development aims to contribute to the implementation of the new archdiocesan Pastoral Plan, which is the fruit of Synod 2020.

The post holder will work collaboratively with both clergy and lay people. He or she will liaise with individuals and groups within the archdiocesan structures (parishes, deaneries, colleagues in the Central Office, etc.) and outside them (civic and charitable organisations, bodies, and networks).

The principal focus of this role is to co-ordinate the work of the Archdiocese relating to social justice and environmental issues compatible with Catholic Social Teaching and in keeping with Pope Francis’ encyclical ‘Laudato Si’'.

The post sits within the Pastoral Development Department and will ensure that the commitment in the archdiocesan Pastoral Plan for inclusivity, justice and peace, the poor, the marginalised and the environment, is embedded into the mission of the local church.

For an informal discussion about either role please contact Elizabeth Parsons, Director of Pastoral Development on by email at e.parsons@rcaol.org.uk or telephone on 0151 522 1023.

Closing date:

April 7, 2025

Interview dates

Pastoral Development
Archdiocese

Youth Ministry Coordinator

This is an exciting new role which has been developed to support the work of Area 5 of the Pastoral Plan. The post-holder will work closely with colleagues from the parishes, schools and archdiocesan lay staff, in developing routes for the active participation and support of young people in the life of the church and in the service of its communities. To bring vision, energy and experience to develop youth ministry, accompanying young people into a living experience of the Church community.

The key initial priorities of this role are to:

Design and develop various projects and initiatives to enable young people to build positive relationships with the church.

Develop a mechanism for young people to engage in discussions about the future of the church.

Actively develop an archdiocesan strategy for young people.

The ideal candidate will have a background working directly with young people (aged 10-19) and a good knowledge of the Catholic faith.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Elizabeth Parsons, Director of Pastoral Development, either by email on e.parsons@rcaol.org.uk or over the phone on 0151 522 1023.

Closing date:

April 14, 2025

Interview dates

At present, we have no career vacancies. Please check back in the future for updates.

Education
Schools

Headteacher at St John's Catholic Primary School, Kirkdale

This is an external vacancy, please apply directly via the school.

Due to the forthcoming retirement of their highly respected, successful and much loved Headteacher, Governors are looking to appoint a Headteacher who is inspirational, enthusiastic and commited to leading the school in the next stage of its development.

Closing date:

April 11, 2025

Interview dates

April 24 & 25, 2025

Education
Schools

Headteacher at All Saints Catholic Primary School, Anfield

This is an external vacancy, please apply directly via the school .

All Saints Catholic Primary School in Anfield is a unique school set in the heart of Liverpool. It is a thriving and popular school that is connected to its local community to provide a rich and extensive curriculum to serve the needs of all of its very special pupils.
The school are looking for a headteacher to continue the school’s development as a leading school in the region. The person appointed should be someone who is dynamic, forward-thinking and who can bring together staff, pupils, senior leaders and governors to drive forward the continued and future successes of the school.

Closing date:

April 22, 2025

Interview dates

April 28 & 29, 2025

Schools

Headteacher at Holy Spirit Catholic Academy, Liverpool

This is an external advert. Please apply directly via St Joseph's CMAT

The Board of Directors of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Headteacher to Holy Spirit Catholic Academy from September 2025, to lead this warm and welcoming school in the heart of Netherton.

For more information about Holy Spirit Catholic Academy please visit our website: https://holyspiritcatholicprimary.co.uk/

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a strong Catholic primary academy.  Reporting to the Director of Primary Education, you will focus your leadership skills on both the Catholic life of the school and improving standards of teaching and learning.

For further information, and how you can apply, click below.

Closing date:

April 24, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher for Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Leigh

This is an external vacancy; please apply via the school.

Due to the recent retirement of the much loved and highly respected Headteacher, the Governing Body of Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and dedicated individual, to join the school family. They wish to appoint a Headteacher who leads by example, is kind, and reflective and will endeavour to provide the very best for each and all of the children.

Closing date:

April 10, 2025

Interview dates

April 23, 2025

Schools

Headteacher, St Michael's CPS, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy please apply directly with the School.

St Michael’s Catholic Primary School is a highly successful, diverse, inclusive and welcoming two form entry school within the Archdiocese of Liverpool.

Due to the forthcoming retirement of our highly respected, successful and much loved Headteacher, Governors are looking to appoint a Headteacher, who is inspirational, enthusiastic and committed to leading our school in the next stage of its development.

Our reputation is strong, and the school community supports the vision and Catholic ethos of the school. This is a wonderful opportunity for a practising Catholic, who is dynamic, forward thinking and who can work in partnership with staff, children, senior leaders, families and governors, to drive and guide St Michael’s on our journey of faith, love and academic excellence. If you are passionate about making a difference, we would encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.

Closing date:

April 7, 2025

Interview dates

April 22, 23 & 24, 2025

Education
Schools

Deputy Headteacher for St Julie's Catholic High School, Liverpool

Closing Date: 22nd April 2025 Shortlisting: 23rd April 2025 Interviews: W.C. 28th April 2025

This is an external vacancy, please apply via the school

The Governors of St Julie’s Catholic High School, Liverpool are seeking to appoint an inspirational, ambitious and innovative Deputy Head Teacher. St Julie’s is a popular and oversubscribed school for girls situated in the conservation area of Woolton Village, South Liverpool. Their Catholic Notre Dame ethos is central to all we do. The new Deputy Head Teacher will work with governors and staff to shape the strategic direction of the school in continuing its positive journey and lead a team which strives together in the best interests of all pupils in line with the Notre Dame values of faith, truth, joy, love, justice and hope following the principles laid down by their founder St Julie Billiart.

Closing date:

April 22, 2025

Interview dates

External

Parish Nurse at Leyland Road Methodist Church, Southport

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly to Leyland Road Methodist Church

Leyland Road Methodist Church is looking to employ a Nursing and Midwifery Council Registered Nurse/Midwife (NMC), band 6,in a part time salaried position to lead their new Parish Nursing Service and will be supported by a small team.

This innovative service is provided in partnership with Parish Nursing Ministries UK and aims to complement statutory services and improve and maintain the holistic health and wellbeing of neurodiverse children up to the age of 25 and their families

It is a requirement for post holders to have completed certification with Parish Nursing UK training or be willing to undertake this.

Current registration with the NMC is essential and support for revalidation is provided.

More information can be found below.

Closing date:

May 2, 2025

Interview dates

External

Part-Time Development Worker/Trainer at Rainbow Bereavement Support

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly to Rainbow Bereavement Support.

Rainbows Bereavement Support GB is an increasingly successful national charity offering training in bereavement and loss to school staff and bereavement support programmes for children and young people grieving a significant and often devastating loss in their lives.  

If you would like to know more about the post, we warmly encourage you to speak informally and in confidence to Sharon Melia-Craven, Rainbows National Co-Director with specific responsibility for the North before making an application. Sharon may be contacted by sharon.rainbowsgb@btconnect.com or phone on 07764 431536.  

The essential purpose of this post is twofold:

1. To support the work of Rainbows currently operating in the schools across the regions.

 2. To actively encourage additional schools in the region to ensure staff are trained in bereavement and loss issues and make use of Rainbows programmes as a proven and successful means of supporting children and young people through painful transitions in their lives.

 It will be a requirement of the post that the successful candidate undergoes training to become a Rainbows Registered Director/Trainer.

More information, including how you can apply, can be found below.

Closing date:

June 1, 2025

Interview dates

July 7, 2025

Why work here

It is an exciting time to be joining the archdiocese as we are go through a period of change and implement our pastoral plan. Everyone who works here is involved in the meaningful work of our mission, sharing the good news of Jesus.

Our pay and benefits

The archdiocese matches employee contributions up to 6% of their pensionable salary and give generous annual leave allowance. Other benefits include a pension salary sacrifice scheme, death in service scheme (subject to criteria), discounted gym memberships and access to a 24/7 counselling scheme.

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