Principal - St John Fisher Catholic Primary School in Coventry

Principal – St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

Saint John Fisher Catholic Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive, faith‑led learning community located in Wyken, Coventry. We serve children aged 3 to 11, rooted in the values of the Catholic faith. Guided by our mission, we foster a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to flourish academically, spiritually, and socially.

“Through Christ we live, love and learn, in our caring community.”

The school works in close partnership with Saint John Fisher Church and the parish sister school, Saint Gregory’s, under a joint governing body that strengthens our shared community of faith.

About the Role

The Board of Directors, in partnership with the Local Governing Body and Diocese, is seeking an innovative and inspiring Principal to lead Saint John Fisher into its next chapter. This is a unique opportunity to build on a strong foundation and ensure the school continues to thrive as a beacon of excellence for Catholic education.

This role can start in the Summer term or September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Deepen the ethos and purpose of Catholic education offered by the school.
• Provide visionary, servant leadership and strategic direction.
• Embrace a trauma‑informed approach where every child is respected, valued and loved.
• Create a positive, inclusive culture rooted in Catholic values.
• Ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes.
• Manage resources effectively and efficiently.
• Engage actively with parents, parish, and the wider community alongside other schools in the CMAC.
• Promote the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development of all pupils.
• Raise the school’s profile within the diocesan family of schools.

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Practising Catholic with a deep commitment to Catholic education.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Proven leadership experience in a primary school setting.
• Strong track record of improving provision and pupil outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate staff and pupils.
• Secure understanding of school improvement and system leadership.
• Commitment to inclusion and opportunity for all pupils, including the most vulnerable.

What We Offer

• A faith‑filled community where every child is valued and cared for, with a sense of belonging.
• Pupils who live out our mission in all they do.
• A committed leadership team and dedicated staff focused on continuous improvement.
• Supportive Parish Priest, governance, an experienced CEO, and a collaborative network of Principals.
• Strong School Improvement Team that will work with you to set out an ambitious curriculum underpinned with Catholic social teaching.
• Centralised MAC services in HR, Finance, IT, Catering, and Estates — allowing leaders to focus on teaching and learning.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.

Application Process

Potential applicants are invited to meet with Helen Quinn, Chief Executive Officer and/or visit the school. Please contact HR by telephone 024 7645 1888 to arrange a mutually convenient time or email hr@romeromac.com.

Applications close: Friday 9th January 2026 at 9am.

Shortlisting: Friday 9th January 2026 at 12pm.

Interview Day: w/c 19th January 2026 (TBC).

Commitment to Children and Safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to criminal record checks from the Disclosure and Barring Service and requires you to disclose details of unspent and unfiltered reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in any application.