Class Teacher

Woolmer Hill School; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Paul’s Catholic School in Reading is seeking a committed Full-time Class Teacher for a fixed-term contract. You will deliver engaging lessons, foster a welcoming classroom, and contribute to school-wide Catholic values while supporting pupil progress.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and staff to maintain a calm, well-ordered learning environment where pupils can thrive.

Qualifications

• Excels in creating transformational learning experiences for young minds.
• Thrives on innovation, reflection, and continuous professional growth.
• Sets the highest standards and inspires children to exceed them.
• Builds powerful partnerships with families and our school community.
• Champions our Catholic mission with genuine passion and commitment.
• Brings energy, creativity, and pedagogical expertise to everything they do.

Skills

Transformational Learning

Innovation

High Standards

Family Partnerships

Catholic Mission

Creativity

Job description

Full Time Class Teacher (Fixed Term)

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Reading, RG31 4SZ
• Job type: Contract
• Posting date: 21 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 5 Oct 2026

What skills and experience we're looking for

WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:

• Excels in creating transformational learning experiences for young minds
• Thrives on innovation, reflection, and continuous professional growth
• Sets the highest standards and inspires children to exceed them
• Builds powerful partnerships with families and our school community
• Champions our Catholic mission with genuine passion and commitment
• Brings energy, creativity, and pedagogical expertise to everything they do

What the school offers its staff

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

"Outstanding Catholic School in Overall Effectiveness and all aspects of learning" - Diocesan Section 48 Validation

"St. Paul's has a strong community spirit, pupils enjoy coming to school...providing a calm, friendly and well-ordered environment where pupils make good progress in their learning." - Latest OFSTED Report

An Unparalleled Environment:

• Exceptional children who are eager to learn and grow
• Collaborative, supportive team of dedicated professionals
• Strong Catholic ethos that nurtures the whole child
• Strong professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership committed to your success

Further details about the role

READY TO JOIN OUR MISSION?

• Application Deadline: Monday 5th October, 12 noon
• Interview Date: Monday 12th October

St. Paul's whole school community (all staff, governors, parents and volunteers working in the school) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

An Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure will be sought from the successful candidate. Online search will be carried out as part of the due diligence on the shortlisted candidates.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.