The Role: Chief Standards Officer, Coastal (incorporating Headship of St Augustine’s School)

Based at St Augustine’s School, Scarborough, with travel to the Coastal Primaries (2 x Scarborough & Bridlington), working for St Cuthbert’s Roman Catholic Academy Trust, within the Diocese of Middlesbrough. 

Job Title: Chief Standards Officer, Coastal (incorporating Headship of St Augustine’s School)

Reports To: CEO / Trust Board

Location: St Augustine’s School, Scarborough (with travel to Coastal Primaries)

Salary: L34-  L38

Contract: Permanent, Full Time – Standard Teacher Pay & Conditions

Start Date: As soon as possible or September 2026

The Directors of St Cuthbert’s RC Academy Trust invite applications from practising and committed Catholics for the post of Chief Standards Officer, Coastal.

"The glory of God is a human being fully alive." – St Irenaeus 

Thank you for your interest in the pivotal role of Chief Standards Officer, Coastal. As we move towards our strategic vision for 2030, we are seeking a leader who is fearless in looking beyond their own needs to those of others.

St Cuthbert’s is not just a workplace; it is a community that recognises Christ as our guide and inspiration. Our mission is to develop an organisation where every child, adult, and school flourishes. We view education not merely as a profession, but as an attitude, one that offers a generous and hospitable feast to which all are invited.

The Coastal Hub Opportunity

This role offers a unique professional challenge. You will serve as the Headteacher of St Augustine’s Secondary School, whilst simultaneously driving educational standards in a central directorial role across our three coastal primary schools in Scarborough and Bridlington. You will be the architect of a seamless Catholic educational journey, ensuring that transition between phases is effective and contributes to the immediate success of pupils aged 2 to 16.

We are an ambitious Trust. We expect our leaders to model highly intentional teaching strategies and to believe deeply that what is essential for some learners is beneficial for all. In return, we offer a culture where success is celebrated and recognised.

If you are ready to "enlarge the place of your tent" and lead with integrity, faith, and ambition, we welcome your application.

"Be who God wants you to be and set the world on fire."

St Catherine of Siena

Are you a fearless Catholic leader ready to shape the future of education on the Yorkshire Coast?

St Cuthbert’s Roman Catholic Academy Trust is seeking a Chief Standards Officer, Coastal (incorporating Headship of St Augustine’s School). This is a unique directorial-level opportunity for a practising Catholic to lead St Augustine’s Secondary School as Headteacher, whilst simultaneously driving educational standards across our three coastal primary schools in Scarborough and Bridlington.

The Role

This is not a standard Headship. You will be the architect of a cohesive "Encounter, Learn, Grow, Flourish" strategy for our coastal hub. Working together with our Director of Chaplaincy and Primary RE Coordinator, you will ensure Christ is at the centre of our mission.

You will be a champion of highly intentional teaching strategies, ensuring that our curriculum is inclusive, ambitious, and rigorous. You will operate with the firm belief that "what is essential for some is beneficial for all," ensuring neurodiversity and inclusion are at the heart of our pedagogy.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a practising Catholic with a burning desire to integrate Catholic Life and Mission into every aspect of school life.
• Has a proven track record of improving outcomes and raising achievement.
• Leads with humanity, building strong relationships and managing staff with empathy and psychological safety.
• Is a strategic thinker, capable of overseeing transition and standards from Early Years through to KS4.

Why Join St Cuthbert’s?

• A Hospitable Feast: We are a community where everyone feels welcome and embraced.
• Support & Growth: We are the employer of choice for those building a future in Catholic Education.
• Strategic Ambition: Join us as we deliver our "Strategic Ambitions 2025-2030", creating schools where every child and adult flourishes.

What We Offer: 

• A welcoming and inclusive school community rooted in our Catholic values 

• Outstanding career development. We are committed to nurturing leadership potential at every stage, offering bespoke CPD, mentoring, and access to leadership programmes across our trust and wider networks. 

• Strategic influence. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the future of the academy while being supported by a strong governance and trust structure. 

• Enthusiastic children who love to learn and grow in faith 

• A committed staff team and supportive Governing Body 

• Strong parish links and opportunities for spiritual development 
  

 Also attached are the following related documents for you to review  

• Job description and person specification. The person specification sets out the criteria which is used to shortlist candidates for interview.  

• Diocesan briefing note on practising Catholic  

• Diocesan statement on equal opportunities  

Informal chats with our CEO are welcomed. To organise this please email - erharrison@smchull.org  

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Disclaimer

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