Thank you for considering St. Mary's Catholic Academy for the next stage in your career. We are seeking to appoint an Academic tutor and Mentor for “Our Children” (sometimes referred to as Children Looked After). This is an exciting joint venture supported by funding from the Virtual School Blackpool and St Mary’s. The post is aimed at someone looking to start a career in education or recently qualified teachers with either primary or secondary experience. The post is for a fixed term starting in January 2026 for two terms, with an end date of 31st August 2026 due to funding from the Local Authority.

St Mary’s is a highly regarded oversubscribed Catholic Academy in Blackpool in the Diocese of Lancaster. The school is very much a Catholic family where everyone works together to support and challenge one another to be the best they can be.

Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Friday 12th December 2025 – midday
Shortlisting date: Friday 12th December 2025
Interview date: TBC - between Wednesday 17th to Friday 19th December 2025 

Post Details:
Grade: NJC pay Grade F – scale point range 19 to 24
Salary: £32,061.00 to £35,412.00 (pro-rata)
Contract: Fixed Term for two terms until 31/8/2026 due to funding
Hours: 37 per week, Term Time only plus 5 inset days
Start Date: 1st January 2026 or as soon as possible