This is an exciting time to join the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust (DCET) which opened on 1 March 2022 as one of the first Catholic multi-academy Trust’s in Clifton Diocese.
The DCET currently oversees ten primary schools based in Somerset, North Somerset and Wiltshire with a combined total of circa 2,000 pupils, 300 staff and £9m budget. The Trust has already grown significantly since its opening and the Bishop’s ambitious growth plan means it will expand even more in the next few years to over 20 mixed phase schools.
The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion plus safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share these commitments. Please check the list of vacancies below and apply using the forms provided. The offer of posts are subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced disclosure barring service application and references.
Application Form for Support Staff (PDF)
Headteacher
Start date: September 2024
Hours: Full time, Permanent
Individual School Salary Range: Leadership 12-18
We have a wonderful opportunity for a dynamic and inspiring Headteacher to join our dedicated and supportive team working at St Gildas Catholic Primary School in Yeovil, part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust which has schools across Somerset, Noth Somerset and Wiltshire. Our friendly school welcomes applications from candidates who are enthusiastic about working in a school where children are at the heart of all we do and our vision is rooted in the Catholic values of respect, resilience, stewardship, curiosity, forgiveness and love. More information and a job description can be found below. We welcome visits from prospective candidates.
The offer of posts are subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced disclosure barring service application and references. An Application Form and further information about our Equal Opportunities Monitoring and Privacy Notice are detailed above.
Closing date: 06th May 2024 at 12pm
Interview dates: 17th May 2024
Trust Board Director (Unpaid Volunteer Role)
The Trust Board seeks a diverse range of executive level skills, knowledge and experience to oversee delivery of its vision, strategy and Catholic ethos for the benefit of all pupils and communities served , as well as enable compliance with its statutory duties as a charitable company accountable to the Department for Education (the regulator of academies). The term of office is four years and, on average the time commitment is 1 - 2 days per month.
This is a hugely valued and rewarding role but is done on an unpaid volunteer basis, although out-of-pocket expenses can be reimbursed. N.B. All appointments will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate and Section 128 clearance.
Welcome Letter from Trust Board Chair.pdf
Director Role Description and Person Specification May22.pdf
CES Model Code of Conduct for Directors in a Multi Academy Trust(1).pdf
How to Apply
If you would like an informal conversation before applying, please contact either the Trust Governance Lead via rdavies@theDcet.com and/or Bill McEntee, Diocesan Governance Officer via: Bill.McEntee@cliftondiocese.com or 0117 902 5599.
To apply, please complete (fully do NOT refer to a CV) all four of the following forms via the Clifton Diocese website:
Nomination form: https://schools.cliftondiocese.com/form-5
Eligibility Declaration: https://schools.cliftondiocese.com/form-6
CES Skills Audit: https://schools.cliftondiocese.com/form-7
DBS Self Declaration: https://schools.cliftondiocese.com/form-4
The Diocesan privacy notice can be found via its website: Privacy Notice | Clifton Diocese
School Governor (Unpaid Volunteer Role)
The Trust is looking to recruit more governors who offer a mix different skills, experience, and local knowledge to work strategically and ensure the responsibility delegated to each LGC is delivered effectively for the benefit of local children. You do NOT need to have previous governor experience, induction and ongoing training will be provided. The time commitment, on average, equates to 1-2 days per month to include formal meeting preparation and attendance, ongoing professional development, staff recruitment, engagement with stakeholders including accompanied visits to get to know the school, its staff and pupils.
This is a hugely valued and rewarding role but is done on an unpaid volunteer basis, although out-of-pocket expenses can be reimbursed. N.B. All appointments will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate and Section 128 clearance.
Welcome Letter to Governors from Trust Board Chair
DCET LGC Terms of Reference updated 110422.pdf
CES Model Code of Conduct for LGC Governors.pdf
How to Apply
If you’d like to find out more before applying or are a potential parent governor, please email the Trust Governance Lead: tgl@thedcet.com
If you are a potential foundation governor please contact the Diocesan Governance Officer via email: Bill.McEntee@cliftondiocese.com or telephone 0117 902 5599 or visit the Clifton Diocese website via: Leadership & Governance | Clifton Diocese Schools and Colleges