Full Time KS1 Class Teacher

Salary: MPS 1-6 £31,650-£43,607 (TLR2 if offered phase leadership)

Hours of work: 1.0 FTE

Contract type: Permanent (Opportunity of Phase Leadership for the right candidate which will include TLR2)

A bit about us: St. John’s Catholic Primary School is a wonderful place to work. We pride ourselves on having a strong commitment to academic excellence and personal growth, based on Catholic Social Teaching themes. We aim to inspire and support every child to reach their full potential – ensuring they work hard every day.

All about the role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for the school to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic KS1 teacher (with the opportunity for Phase Leadership for the right candidate). We need Teachers who will inspire, motivate, and support our children, helping them grow spiritually, academically, and socially. The successful candidate will be committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive education and will work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider community. Applications are welcomed from experienced colleagues along with Early Career Teachers.

Key Responsibilities:

• High aspirations for every child.
• Encourage pupils’ spiritual development, helping them live out Catholic values in their everyday lives.
• Foster an inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environment.
• Innovative and creative in lesson planning and delivery, with the ability to adapt to the needs of individual learners.
• Work closely with the leadership team to contribute to the continued development and success of our wonderful school.
• Engage with parents and carers to support pupils' progress and development.
• Promote the wellbeing and personal growth of each unique child, ensuring they reach their full potential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with children, staff, and parents.
• A team player with a strong commitment to personal and professional development.
• Experience of working in a Catholic school setting is desirable but not essential.

We Offer:

• High quality professional development, working alongside an experienced team.
• A supportive, welcoming and friendly school community.
• Nurturing environment where every child’s success is celebrated.
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of our children and contribute to the wider community.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Find out more and apply: Visits to the school are very much encouraged. To organise a tour please contact Allie Brown, our School Business Manager. Further details including a person specification can be obtained from the school by email or telephone. Completed applications will be accepted by email. Covering letters are welcomed as part of the application, however, we are unable to accept CVs.

Closing date (and time): 12 noon on 13th May 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 19th May 2026

Commencement date: 1st September 2026

St. John’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

Join us in making a difference at St. John’s – where faith and learning flourish!

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