All LocationsAll Locations:
Sturminster Newton
Advertising SalarySalary Details:
£47,725 - £51,048 per annum
What is the vacancy type for this advertVacancy Type:
Fixed Term
Fixed Term End DateFixed Term End Date:
Two years in the first instance.
Function:
Schools
Job Working PatternJob Working Pattern:
Full time
Closing time of advertClosing time of advert
12:00 midday

About the role

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. 

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.

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

Please apply through SAM Recruit at https://plymouthcast.face-ed.co.uk/Emp/Campaign/DetailsEmpView?campaignRef=SCH-PlC-0067

Further Information

Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Melanie Beaumont, Senior Administrator by email at [email protected] or contact the school on 01258 820417.

St Mary's Catholic School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

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.

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

About Us

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

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