Teacher of Business Studies - Maternity Cover at Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School in St Albans

About this Role

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher of Business for a fixed term Maternity cover starting in January 2027 for one year. The successful applicantwould join a committed, collaborative and friendly team.

The School's latest Ofsted inspection in November2023 rated Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School as 'Outstanding'.

The School's recent Catholic Schools InspectorateSection 48 Inspection in March 2023 rated Nicholas Breakspear Catholic Schoolas 'Outstanding'.

Nicholas Breakspear is a vibrant, nurturing andambitious school. Situated on the outskirts of St Albans the school benefitsfrom large spacious grounds and close links to London. This role provides anexcellent opportunity for someone to join a school which values inclusivity andkindness and which allows children to flourish and grow in confidence. The 2026 GCSE results place the school in the top 7% of schools nationally.

Nicholas Breakspear is a member of the Diocese ofWestminster Academy Trust (DOWAT). We work together with the other schools inthe trust to share best practice and to promote the development of staff andstudents. DOWAT is recognised as being in the top 3% of academy trusts in thecountry. DOWAT and Nicholas Breakspear are fully committed to providing equalopportunities for all employees, workers, job applicants and pupils, and toeliminating unlawful and unfair discrimination. It aims to create a culturethat encourages and values diversity, and that appoints, rewards and promotesstaff based on merit.

NicholasBreakspear is a Catholic school and we place great emphasis on the gospelvalues of Truth, Justice, Peace and Love. 'Pupils at Nicholas BreakspearCatholic School receive an exemplary education. They are cared for deeply by all school staff. Pupils also show a high level of mutual careand respect for one another'. All pupils are unwaveringly polite, kind,confident and thoughtful.

Staff's expectations of pupils are very high,both academically and in their everyday school life. Pupils meet theseexpectations, not because they have to, but because they value the teaching andsupport they receive.OfstedNovember 2023.

Interviews may take place before the closing date soearly applications are welcomed.

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School is committed tosafeguarding, actively promoting British values and promoting the welfare ofchildren and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share thiscommitment. We are committed to the development of community cohesion and theprevention of extremism and radicalisation. All staff will be required to havean enhanced DBS Check and social media checks will be carried out on allshortlisted applicants. All staff are required to have the ability to work in away that promotes the safety and wellbeing of young children.