Class Teacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Professional growth

Job summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Gravesend is seeking a class teacher to plan and deliver the primary curriculum for KS1 and KS2, assess pupil progress, and manage behaviour in a Catholic school community.

The role requires Qualified Teacher Status and a degree, with a commitment to safeguarding and whole-school events. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status and a degree are essential.
• Experience teaching KS1 and KS2 in a primary setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach well-structured lessons following school plans.
• Assess, monitor, record and report pupil progress.
• Adapt teaching to pupils' strengths and needs.
• Maintain high expectations and promote progress.
• Contribute to developing school policies and curriculum.
• Provide cover when needed and ensure pupil safety.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Behaviour management

Adaptability

ICT for learning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A class teacher post at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a one-form entry school for children aged four to eleven, starting on 1 January 2027. The work centres on planning and teaching the primary curriculum to KS1 and KS2 pupils, assessing and reporting on their progress, and managing behaviour in the classroom. The school is Catholic, so the role carries a commitment to its religious life and to whole-school events. Qualified Teacher Status is required, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Plan and teach well-structured lessons following the school's plans, curriculum and schemes of work
• Assess, monitor, record and report on pupils' learning needs, progress and achievements
• Adapt teaching to the strengths and needs of pupils
• Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
• Promote good progress and outcomes for pupils
• Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• Take part in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests
• Contribute to developing, implementing and evaluating school policies, practices and procedures
• Work with colleagues on curriculum and pupil development
• Provide cover when another teacher is unable to teach
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils
• Maintain good order and discipline, managing behaviour effectively

What’s required

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Degree

Experience

• Experience of teaching KS1 and KS2
• Successful primary teaching

Skills & knowledge

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and/or the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework
• Knowledge of effective teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies
• Understanding of how children learn and ability to adapt teaching to pupils' needs
• Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
• Excellent oral and written communication, and building effective relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and governors

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Other

• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Commitment to whole-school events and the Catholic life of the school
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and confidentiality
• Personal qualities: passionate, committed, enthusiastic, approachable, organised, patient, resourceful, resilient, sense of humour
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively and create a happy, challenging learning environment

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and its use for learning
• Experience of subject leadership

What’s offered

• Supportive environment that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Collaborative leadership and support for professional growth