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Bring the story of Pentecost to life with this ready-to-use Pentecost Assembly Pack, ideal for KS1 and KS2. This engaging resource includes a beautifully designed PowerPoint presentation and fully scripted assembly, making it easy for any teacher to deliver a meaningful and age-appropriate message about the coming of the Holy Spirit. Highlights include: Colourful, child-friendly visuals. Opportunities for children’s reflection and participation Ready-to-read script to save you time and effort Approximate running time 10 minutes.

Ace your NPQSL! Summative Assessment Task. Having successfully completed an NPQSL course in December 2024, I would like to share the summative assessment task that led to gaining the qualification. **I want to clarify that the case study itself was authored and provided by the course provider, and as such, I do not hold the rights to publish or share it publicly. ** The task example was written in response to a scenario where you are a newly appointed senior leader at a school facing significant challenges - including poor attendance, low attainment, and behaviour issues in a disadvantaged area. The task was to critically assess the situation, identify the key issues, and propose solutions underpinned by educational research and proven practice. The intention was to present a clear and structured response that could serve as a strong example of strategic thinking and leadership. The task was divided into the following 3 subheadings: Identify Problems (10% of marks) Identify solutions (40%) and set out the rationale for your chosen solutions (15%) Implementing your chosen strategy(ies) (35%) I scored highly on the NPQSL Summative Assessment Task, demostrating strong leadership and strategic thinking. The task did not exceed 2500 words and although this scenario might not be directly applicable to your assignment task, the structure, reasoning and references will give you an example to build a winning summative assessment task.

Looking for a ready-to-use, meaningful resource to explore Jesus’ powerful commandment in John 13:34? “Love One Another” is a beautifully designed PowerPoint presentation perfect for a classroom collective worship or whole-school assembly. Based on John 13:34 – “Love one another as I have loved you” Thought-provoking yet simple, ideal for primary-aged children Flexible format – can be led by pupils or adults Includes reflection prompts, a short prayer, and a call to action PPT & Script 10-minute running time – fits perfectly into a school day Whether you’re planning a themed assembly or a standalone worship session, this resource helps children reflect on kindness, compassion, and what it truly means to live out Jesus’ teaching. Bring faith to life in your school with this easy, impactful resource. This engaging script can be used to enrich a school assembly or serve as a standalone collective worship session, offering a meaningful and flexible resource for spiritual reflection and learning.

Theme: The Holy Spirit gave Paul new life and happiness Learning Objective: Describe how the Good News of the Holy Spirit shapes the lives of Christians today Discover how a man once filled with anger was transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit into a joyful, unstoppable messenger of hope. Through drama, discussion, and a brilliant flashlight object lesson, pupils will explore how faith can light up even the darkest times. Real-life scripture reflection (2 Corinthians 6:3–10) Engaging object lesson with a flashlight and “spiritual batteries” Personal reflection tasks and discussion Creative writing for a BBC-style Newsround segment: “A Whole New Way of Living” A fun plenary quiz and sharing circle to shine with joy! It’s a dynamic, hands-on RE experience that helps pupils relate Paul’s journey to their own lives. Perfect for building empathy, encouraging resilience, and deepening spiritual understanding. Includes lesson plan, PPT, support sheets.

This whole school collective worship is a carefully structured and engaging liturgical resource designed for Catholic primary school pupils aged 4–11 years old. Based on the Gospel of John 10:27-30, it explores the comforting and powerful message that Jesus is our Good Shepherd who knows, loves, and protects us always. Title: The Good Shepherd Knows Me Theme: Jesus knows each of us personally and will never let us go Scripture: John 10:27-30 Target Audience: Whole primary school (Reception to Year 6) Format: Includes a fully scripted presentation and a PowerPoint with animated slides and transitions to support seamless delivery during whole school assemblies. Content structure: Gather – Children are invited into a quiet, reflective space using calming visuals, gentle breathing, and a stillness prayer to prepare their hearts for worship. Listen – The Gospel is read in age-appropriate language, accompanied by a reflective image of Jesus the Good Shepherd. Respond – The story is explained with simple language, rhetorical questions encourage personal reflection, followed by heartfelt bidding prayers and a Hail Mary. Go Forth – Children are reminded of Jesus’ love and protection, encouraged to follow His voice in their daily lives, ending in a prayer and the Our Father. Main aims: To help children understand that Jesus knows each of us personally, like a shepherd knows his sheep. To foster a sense of peace and reassurance through prayer and scripture. To engage all age groups with differentiated content that is simple, reflective, and accessible. To promote reflection, thanksgiving, and community prayer with a focus on current events (e.g., world peace). To encourage children to go forth with confidence, carrying the love of Christ into their school day and lives.

This assembly or class collective worship (prayer & liturgy) is based on “Jesus, the Bread of Life” (John 6:44–51). Divided into subsections: Gather, Listen, Respond and Go Forth, it gives the children the opportunity to listen to scripture, reflect and ask question about how they can live out the Word of God. In John 6:44-51, Jesus teaches that no one can come to Him unless drawn by the Father, and those who believe will have eternal life. He reveals Himself as the living bread from heaven offering His flesh for the life of the world. The children also have the opportunity to decorate and describe how they can live out the message of Jesus on bread templates, perhaps to do one kind thing today to “feed” someone else with love — maybe through a smile, a helping hand, or kind words.

This collective worship based on John 21:1–19, structured into the four subsections: Gather, Listen, Respond, Go Forth. It is written simply so it can be delivered by either children or adults. Includes a fully animated and transitioned PPT and script with moments for reflection and questioning. In John 21:1–19, the risen Jesus appears to His disciples by the Sea of Galilee. After helping them catch a large number of fish, He shares a meal with them. Jesus then speaks to Peter, asking him three times, “Do you love me?”— reflecting the three times Peter had denied Him. Each time Peter says yes, Jesus tells him to “feed my sheep,” showing that Peter is forgiven and is now being trusted to lead the Church. This Gospel teaches us about Jesus’ mercy, the power of forgiveness, and the importance of love and responsibility in following Him. Includes Bidding Prayers and Hail Mary This assembly encourages the children, to look for ways to be kind, helpful, and brave in sharing good news.

This vibrant and reflective 15-minute collective worship assembly is designed especially for Catholic primary school children aged 5–11, but can be easily adapted for use in other Christian denominations. Rooted in John 20:1–9, the assembly invites children to encounter the most glorious, awe-inspiring, and life-changing message of all: Jesus Christ is risen! The assembly is thoughtfully structured around the four key elements of Catholic collective worship: Gather – Welcome and prepare hearts for worship Listen – Hear the Gospel account of the Resurrection Respond – Reflect through prayer, song, and stillness Go Forth – Take the joy of Easter into everyday life Key Features: Fully animated PowerPoint presentation with smooth transitions Gospel Reflection tailored to a young audience Thought-provoking bidding prayers written for and by children Beautiful Easter-themed imagery to enhance understanding Links to joyful hymns via YouTube, including: “This is the Day” “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands” Closing prayer with a reverent Hail Mary Suitable for delivery by either children or an adult

This assembly script introduces children to the story of the Transfiguration of Jesus, where He appears in radiant glory on a mountain with Moses and Elijah, witnessed by Peter, James, and John. The script uses simple language, engaging narrative, and visual elements to help the children understand the key message: Jesus is the Son of God, and we are called to listen to Him. It includes a Gospel reading and bidding prayers. The assembly is aimed at primary school children and can be delivered by the children or adults.

This Palm Sunday assembly helps children understand the significance of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. It begins with a moment of stillness before diving into the Bible story from Matthew 21:1-11. Children imagine being part of the joyful crowd welcoming Jesus as He humbly rides a donkey symbolising peace while people wave palm branches, a sign of victory. The assembly explains that Jesus is a different kind of king, bringing love and humility instead of power and war. The “Respond” section encourages reflection on how we welcome Jesus in our lives by showing kindness and love. It highlights Palm Sunday as the beginning of Holy Week, reminding us of Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice. Finally, the assembly ends with a prayer and a call to go forth spreading joy, just as the people of Jerusalem did. It has an approximate running time of 20 minutes and is suitable for whole school primary assembly audience. It was written for a Catholic school but can easily be adapted.

Title: Ash Wednesday: A Journey with Jesus Running Time: - 10 minutes Audience: 5-7 year olds (Classroom or Assembly) Format: - Gather - Listen - Respond - Go Forth Description: - The script introduces the young children to Ash Wednesday in an engaging and simple way. It begins with a warm welcome (Gather), where the children are invited to reflect on God’s love. The story (Listen) a short reading from Matthew 6:6. A brief, child-friendly explanation follows, helping children understand that Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent - a special time to grow closer to God. In the (Respond), children participate in a short reflective activity, such as tracing a cross on their hand or sharing one kind action they can do during Lent. Finally, they are sent forth (Go Forth) with a simple prayer and blessing, encouraged to show kindness and love as they begin their Lenten journey. Extract: *Classroom Collective Worship: Ash Wednesday – KS1: A Journey with Jesus Gather: (Invite children to sit in a circle or quietly at their desks.) Leader: “Today is a very special day called Ash Wednesday. It is the beginning of Lent, a time when we get ready for Easter. Let’s take a moment to be still and quiet, thinking about how much God loves us.” (You may light a candle or display a cross to set a prayerful atmosphere.) Leader: “Let’s make the Sign of the Cross together.” (Children join in: “In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.”)

This Ash Wednesday assembly helps children understand the significance of the day and the start of Lent. It begins by explaining the meaning of the ashes and their connection to repentance and renewal. The script includes a scripture reading Matthew, 6:16-18 about Jesus’ teachings on prayer, fasting, and giving. Children are encouraged to reflect on how they can grow closer to God through kindness, self-discipline, and helping others. Ending with a quiet prayer of reflection inviting the children to think about their Lenten promises.

This is a concise cover letter for a KS2 Teacher with responsibility for RE (TLR) within a Catholic Primary school. It demonstrates a passion for Religious Education and the Catholic ethos of the school and leadership skills. Additionally, it demonstrates the ability to develop RE across the school, support staff, and enhance pupils’ spiritual development. The letter showcases strong classroom management, curriculum planning, and commitment to the school’s ethos.

This PPT explains the four parts of the Catholic Mass: Introductory Rites, Liturgy of the Word, Liturgy of the Eucharist, and Concluding Rites. Each section includes key prayers, actions, and meanings to help the children understand the flow of the Mass. It was aimed at an able Year 1 class. The activity sheet includes a matching exercise, sequencing task to arrange parts of the Mass in order.

A short PPT based around the theme of special people, recognising that the parish family gathers to celebrate Mass on Sunday. This presentation is aimed at Year 1 KS1 and has an adapted worksheet for two levels of ability with a word bank including key vocabulary.

This assembly will bring to life the story of Jesus calling His first disciples, showing the importance of faith, trust, and following Him. The script has an approximate running time of 15-20 minutes and begins with an introduction, gospel reading, reflection, message and concluding prayer.

This lesson on baptism was designed for a class of 6-7 year-olds in an Archdiocese school as part of a formal school inspection. The lesson received glowing praise from the inspectors, noting the interactive approach, the clarity of teaching, and the engaging use of technology. The lesson focused on introducing children to the sacrament of baptism through storytelling, visual aids, and a child-friendly reenactment. Included: Lesson Plans PPTs Script The lesson began with an engaging PowerPoint presentation outlining the key elements of baptism, using simple language and colourful illustrations. The slides highlighted the significance of water, the Holy Spirit, the baptismal candle, and the anointing with oil, all presented in a way that was easy for young children to understand. It included opportunities for the children to participate by asking questions and sharing any experiences they had witnessed with baptisms in their families. Following the PowerPoint presentation, the class participated in a short, fun role-play exercise where the children acted out a baptism. This hands-on activity helped solidify their understanding of the sacrament. The children took turns playing different roles: priest, parents, godparents, and the baby being baptised. Inspectors praised the lesson for its creativity, engagement, and the children’s evident enjoyment.

Why did Anglo-Saxon tribes settle in Britain after the Roman armies left? This planning was developed with a consultant in response to an Ofsted school inspection that identified the foundation subjects of History and Geography as an area of improvement. It begins with a rationale: Why are we studying this? Disciplinary concepts, such as chronology; continuity and change; cause and consequence; historical significance and sources. A list of sticky knowledge: such as migration; collapse of Roman Britain etc. Each lessons begins with a question and covers the following: Who were the Anglo-Saxons? Why did the Anglo-Saxons invade Britain? Where did they settle? What is Sutton Hoo, and what was found there? When and How Did the Anglo-Saxons Become Christians? What was life like for Vikings to invade Britain? The planning is sequenced, covers substantive vocabulary, and outcomes. Here is a sample of lesson 1: Who were the Anglo-Saxons? Introduction: Begin the lesson by asking students what they know about the Anglo-Saxons. Record their responses on the board. Explain that the Anglo-Saxons were a group of people who lived in Britain many centuries ago. Today, we will learn more about who they were and what life was like for them. Introduce the central question of the lesson: “Who were the Anglo-Saxons?” Main Teaching: Show pictures of Anglo-Saxon artefacts, clothing, and daily life. Explain that they were skilled farmers, craftsmen, builders, weaving and traders who lived in small villages, grew crops, raised animals, and made beautiful objects using wood, wool and leather. Discuss their migration from Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands to Britain and how their presence influenced the island’s geography and culture. Activity: Divide the class into small groups and assign each group an origin from an Anglo-Saxon home. Instruct each group to prepare and perform a brief skit describing the skills they possess and where they come from.

Covering letter for an Assistant Headteacher position in a Catholic Primary School. The letter outlines my experience and demonstrable impact of whole school initiatives that I successfully led. I hope this letter gives you a helpful starting point in terms of structure and style, and helps you ensure that you are addressing all the points listed in the person specification. It also includes a list of interview questions that you might encounter.