The Governors of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Marnhull are seeking to appoint an experienced, positive and inspiring EYFS Leader for September 2026. They are keen to accommodate the best candidates who will make a positive impact on our school and standards.
We offer:
- A welcoming school with a strong Catholic ethos
- Children who are polite, happy and motivated to learn
- A supportive staff team who genuinely want the best for our pupils
- A commitment to your own professional development
The successful candidate will:
- Be happy to support the Catholic ethos of our school
- Be an experienced EYFS Leader
- Be committed to creating challenge, excitement, creativity and independence in learning
- Be dedicated to raising standards and be a good role model
- Have excellent organisational and communication skills
- Be dynamic, resilient and hard working with a positive nature
- Be able to work as part of a team and establish positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors and staff
- Have a reflective and evaluative approach to their practice
Required Date: 1st September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Salary: Upper Pay Scale £47,725 - £51,048
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term for two years in the first instance.
Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Melanie Beaumont, Senior Administrator by email at stmarysmarnhull@plymouthcast.com or contact the school on 01258 820417.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
Closing Date: 1st June 2026 by 12 noon
Interviews: 4th June 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email
School Website Address: https://www.stmarymarnhull.dorset.sch.uk