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Current vacancies

Archdiocese

Cleaner at Animate Youth Ministries

An opportunity is available for an experienced cleaner to be based at Animate Youth, Lowe House, 99 Crab Street, St Helens, WA10 2BE. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Fr Simon Gore and the Animate Team. They are a small and friendly team who run an exciting range of activities for young people and this role will contribute to the running of these.

This is a permanent post working six hours per week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, working two hours per day between the times of 2pm and 6pm. The salary is £3,569.28 per annum.

During school holidays, there will be flexibility about working hours and days as there will be no students on site. This can be discussed at interview. Five weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and pension scheme are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide an efficient and comprehensive cleaning service on behalf of Fr Simon to ensure a pleasant and welcoming environment to all who visit Lowe House. Applicants must have; experience of working in a similar role, flexible approach to duties undertaken, an appreciation for the need of sensitivity and confidentiality and the ability to work alongside volunteers and other visitors to the presbytery.

Closing date:

February 6, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher for St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly via the school


This vibrant and busy school is seeking a Headteacher who is passionate about fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment which will enable all children and staff to achieve their full potential – ‘Only my best will do’.

The Headteacher will also lead the Field of Dreams Nursery with the support of the Nursery’s Leadership Team.

Closing date:

February 20, 2025

Interview dates

February 27 & 28, 2025

Communications
Archdiocese

Fundraising Manager

We are looking for an experienced individual who will:

  • Contribute to the development of an overarching fundraising plan.
  • Review and develop current fundraising channels and plan, support and deliver imaginative fundraising activities.
  • Coordinate and write applications to grant makers to maximise the great potential of the archdiocese.
  • Develop and manage reporting processes and updates.
  • Comply with all relevant legislation and regulation.
  • Develop working relationships across other diocese, maximise project opportunities and share best practice.

It is an exciting new role for the organisation and the successful candidate will make a big impact on shaping the future of the archdiocese.

The ideal candidate will have experience of developing and delivering successful fundraising plans; bid writing and knowledge of appeals, legacies and Gift Aid. They will enjoy working on a variety of tasks; interacting with a wide audience including stakeholders and will thrive on implementing their own ideas to make a difference.

Closing date:

January 23, 2025

Interview dates

February 5, 2025 & February 6 2025

Schools

Headteacher for Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School, Everton

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

Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School is a highly successful, inclusive and attachment and trauma friendly school within the Archdiocese of Liverpool.

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

Closing date:

January 29, 2025

Interview dates

February 13 & 14, 2025

Schools

Headteacher for Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School, Widnes

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

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint a Headteacher who will appreciate and continue with the school ethos and take the school forward, building on its good practice and who will be invested in continuous improvement.

They seek to appoint a practising Catholic who will maintain the gospel values and behaviours for which the school is renowned and who will continue to embed the bespoke curriculum recently implemented and keep safety, care, and wellbeing at the heart of the school community.

Closing date:

January 26, 2025

Interview dates

February 10 & 11, 2025

Schools

Headteacher for Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Rainford

This is an external advert. Please apply via the school

Following the promotion of the previous Headteacher, the Governing Body of Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a highly motivated inspirational and reflective leader.

This is an exciting opportunity for a practising Catholic who can show commitment to maintain and developing our Catholic ethos. We are seeking a leader who is dynamic, forward thinking and who can further drive and improve the existing, ‘high quality education at our small, family orientated school.’ (Ofsted April 2023 - Good)

Closing date:

January 24, 2025

Interview dates

February 6th & 7th, 2025

Schools

Headteacher for St Margaret Mary's Catholic Junior School, Liverpool

This is an external post, please apply via the school.

St Margaret Mary’s Catholic Junior School is a highly successful, inclusive school within the Archdiocese of Liverpool.

Due to the forthcoming retirement of their highly respected, successful and much loved Headteacher, Governors are looking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and committed Headteacher to lead our school in the next stage of its journey.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a practising catholic, who is a vibrant and kind person who will, in partnership with staff, children, senior leaders and governors, be instrumental in the continued and future success of our school.

Shortlisting will take place on 3 February 2025.

Closing date:

January 30, 2025

Interview dates

February 12th/13th, 2025

Building
Archdiocese

Caterer

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative conferencing team, passionate about planning and delivering a high-quality catering service for a busy conference centre? If so, we would welcome an application from you for the post of Caterer within our Facilities and Conferencing department.

Under the direction of the Buildings and Conference Centre Manager, the post holder will plan, organise and create a high-quality catering service to Conference Centre customers.

The successful post holder will be responsible for cooking of breakfast and lunch items, including teas and coffees for Conference Centre events and meetings, ordering and monitoring supplies, provision of staff catering for events, recording kitchen equipment and food retention compliance, and the clearing of conference and meeting rooms after functions and kitchen cleaning.

To thrive in this role, you should have experience of catering on a similar scale in a similar environment, a Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene and Catering (or equivalent) and the ability to create varied menus for different audiences.

The role is full time and some flexibility is needed to meet customer demand, however usual hours will be 8.00am to 4.00pm.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact David Cadwallader (d.cadwallader@rcaol.org.uk).

Closing date:

January 22, 2025

Interview dates

January 30, 2025

Archdiocese

Cleaner at Animate Youth Ministries

An opportunity is available for an experienced cleaner to be based at Animate Youth, Lowe House, 99 Crab Street, St Helens, WA10 2BE. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Fr Simon Gore and the Animate Team. They are a small and friendly team who run an exciting range of activities for young people and this role will contribute to the running of these.

This is a permanent post working six hours per week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, working two hours per day between the times of 2pm and 6pm. The salary is £3,569.28 per annum.

During school holidays, there will be flexibility about working hours and days as there will be no students on site. This can be discussed at interview. Five weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and pension scheme are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide an efficient and comprehensive cleaning service on behalf of Fr Simon to ensure a pleasant and welcoming environment to all who visit Lowe House. Applicants must have; experience of working in a similar role, flexible approach to duties undertaken, an appreciation for the need of sensitivity and confidentiality and the ability to work alongside volunteers and other visitors to the presbytery.

Closing date:

February 6, 2025

Interview dates

Communications
Archdiocese

Fundraising Manager

We are looking for an experienced individual who will:

  • Contribute to the development of an overarching fundraising plan.
  • Review and develop current fundraising channels and plan, support and deliver imaginative fundraising activities.
  • Coordinate and write applications to grant makers to maximise the great potential of the archdiocese.
  • Develop and manage reporting processes and updates.
  • Comply with all relevant legislation and regulation.
  • Develop working relationships across other diocese, maximise project opportunities and share best practice.

It is an exciting new role for the organisation and the successful candidate will make a big impact on shaping the future of the archdiocese.

The ideal candidate will have experience of developing and delivering successful fundraising plans; bid writing and knowledge of appeals, legacies and Gift Aid. They will enjoy working on a variety of tasks; interacting with a wide audience including stakeholders and will thrive on implementing their own ideas to make a difference.

Closing date:

January 23, 2025

Interview dates

February 5, 2025 & February 6 2025

Building
Archdiocese

Caterer

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative conferencing team, passionate about planning and delivering a high-quality catering service for a busy conference centre? If so, we would welcome an application from you for the post of Caterer within our Facilities and Conferencing department.

Under the direction of the Buildings and Conference Centre Manager, the post holder will plan, organise and create a high-quality catering service to Conference Centre customers.

The successful post holder will be responsible for cooking of breakfast and lunch items, including teas and coffees for Conference Centre events and meetings, ordering and monitoring supplies, provision of staff catering for events, recording kitchen equipment and food retention compliance, and the clearing of conference and meeting rooms after functions and kitchen cleaning.

To thrive in this role, you should have experience of catering on a similar scale in a similar environment, a Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene and Catering (or equivalent) and the ability to create varied menus for different audiences.

The role is full time and some flexibility is needed to meet customer demand, however usual hours will be 8.00am to 4.00pm.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact David Cadwallader (d.cadwallader@rcaol.org.uk).

Closing date:

January 22, 2025

Interview dates

January 30, 2025

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

Schools

Headteacher for St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly via the school


This vibrant and busy school is seeking a Headteacher who is passionate about fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment which will enable all children and staff to achieve their full potential – ‘Only my best will do’.

The Headteacher will also lead the Field of Dreams Nursery with the support of the Nursery’s Leadership Team.

Closing date:

February 20, 2025

Interview dates

February 27 & 28, 2025

Schools

Headteacher for Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School, Everton

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

Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School is a highly successful, inclusive and attachment and trauma friendly school within the Archdiocese of Liverpool.

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

Closing date:

January 29, 2025

Interview dates

February 13 & 14, 2025

Schools

Headteacher for Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School, Widnes

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

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint a Headteacher who will appreciate and continue with the school ethos and take the school forward, building on its good practice and who will be invested in continuous improvement.

They seek to appoint a practising Catholic who will maintain the gospel values and behaviours for which the school is renowned and who will continue to embed the bespoke curriculum recently implemented and keep safety, care, and wellbeing at the heart of the school community.

Closing date:

January 26, 2025

Interview dates

February 10 & 11, 2025

Schools

Headteacher for Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Rainford

This is an external advert. Please apply via the school

Following the promotion of the previous Headteacher, the Governing Body of Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a highly motivated inspirational and reflective leader.

This is an exciting opportunity for a practising Catholic who can show commitment to maintain and developing our Catholic ethos. We are seeking a leader who is dynamic, forward thinking and who can further drive and improve the existing, ‘high quality education at our small, family orientated school.’ (Ofsted April 2023 - Good)

Closing date:

January 24, 2025

Interview dates

February 6th & 7th, 2025

Schools

Headteacher for St Margaret Mary's Catholic Junior School, Liverpool

This is an external post, please apply via the school.

St Margaret Mary’s Catholic Junior School is a highly successful, inclusive school within the Archdiocese of Liverpool.

Due to the forthcoming retirement of their highly respected, successful and much loved Headteacher, Governors are looking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and committed Headteacher to lead our school in the next stage of its journey.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a practising catholic, who is a vibrant and kind person who will, in partnership with staff, children, senior leaders and governors, be instrumental in the continued and future success of our school.

Shortlisting will take place on 3 February 2025.

Closing date:

January 30, 2025

Interview dates

February 12th/13th, 2025

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

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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