Thank you for considering St. Mary's Catholic Academy for the next stage in your career. We are seeking to appoint a talented Pastoral Manager to support the pastoral team at St Mary’s. The role is offered as a full time role permanent role, to commence 16th February 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. This would be a fantastic opportunity to develop your experience working with young people and supporting their needs in our Academy.
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: Wednesday 4th February 2026 – midday
Shortlisting date: Thursday 5th February 2026
Interview date: Thursday 12th February 2026
Post Details:
Grade: NJC pay Grade E – scale point range 12 to 17
Salary: £24,676.00 to £26,768.00 (approximate actual salary)
Contract: Permanent, term time only plus 5 inset days
Hours: 37 per week (Monday to Thursday 8:10am-4:00pm and Friday 8:10am-3:30pm with 20
minutes for lunch each day)
Start Date: 16th February 2026 or as soon as possible
Emma Hudson, Headteacher's PA
01253 396286
admin@st-mary.blackpool.sch.uk
St Mary's Catholic Academy would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
