St Benedict Catholic Academy Trust
Principal
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Principal - St Michael’s Catholic College
An exciting opportunity to lead an outstanding Catholic school within St Benedict Catholic Academy Trust.
St Benedict Catholic Academy Trust is seeking an inspirational and dynamic Principal to lead St Michael’s Catholic College, a highly successful 11–18 Catholic school in Bermondsey, South East London.
St Michael’s is an exceptional school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and a welcoming Catholic community rooted in the Salesian values of respect, understanding, affection and humour.
Following its third consecutive Outstanding Ofsted judgement in April 2025 and celebrating record-breaking GCSE results in 2026, the College is entering an exciting new chapter.
We are seeking an ambitious and committed leader who will build upon these achievements, champion Catholic education and ensure every student has the opportunity to flourish academically, personally and spiritually.
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Vacancy details
Position: Principal
Location: St Michael’s Catholic College, Llewellyn Street, Bermondsey, London, SE16 4UN
Salary: Leadership Scale L33–L39 (Inner London), negotiable depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Start date: April 2027 or September 2027
Closing date: Friday 6th November 2026 at 9am
Interview date: Monday 16th November 2026
School visits
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the College. Tours are available on 15th October and 5th November 2026.
To arrange a visit, please contact Val Ferguson at V.Ferguson@stmichaelscollege.org.uk.
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For an informal, confidential conversation with Jonathan Ronan, Chief Executive Officer of St Benedict Catholic Academy Trust, please contact Karen Robertson at k.robertson@sbcat.co.uk.
How To Apply
Please download the recruitment pack and complete the SBCAT application form, accompanied by a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4, outlining your suitability for the role.
Completed applications should be emailed to Mrs Karen Robertson (HR Manager) k.robertson@sbcat.co.uk.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Criminal Records Bureau. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.
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