Class Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; St Helens; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in St Helens is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join their high-performing team. The ideal candidate will advocate for children, support diverse learning needs, and demonstrate high expectations in a nurturing environment. The role offers a supportive staff community and exceptional professional development opportunities, ensuring growth and success for both students and staff. Apply now to be part of this engaging educational experience.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff community

Positive learning environment

Qualifications

• Passion for learning and teaching.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience supporting diverse learners is valued.

Responsibilities

• Join a high-performing school as a Teacher.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Promote positive behavior and high expectations.

Skills

Advocates for all children

Enthusiasm for learning

Effective communication

Team collaboration

High expectations for children

Job description

Overview

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are excited to invite applications for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and talented Teacher to join our high performing primary school which is part of The Three Saints Academy Trust. We seek an individual who shares our vision of providing a first-class education and instilling a love of learning in all our children.

What we are looking for

• Advocates for all children and enjoys working with diverse learners.
• Embraces the challenge of supporting all pupils.
• Demonstrates a passion for learning and enthusiasm in their approach.
• Has high expectations for all children and their achievements.
• Builds strong working relationships with children, staff, and parents.
• Takes direction effectively while also being able to work independently.
• Collaborates well as part of a team and promotes positive behaviour consistently.
• Is hardworking, conscientious, and resilient in the face of setbacks.
• Views challenges as opportunities for growth and development.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with all stakeholders.
• Is organised, efficient, friendly, and flexible.
• Upholds confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

About our school

St Mary & St Thomas is a high performing 1 form entry school with a nursery which is part of The Three Saints Academy Trust. SMST is based in St Helens Town Centre and serves a diverse range of pupils; disadvantaged pupils and SEND are well above national average. Our school has retained its ‘outstanding’ Ofsted judgement for over 13 years.

What we offer you

• Fantastic children who have a positive attitude towards learning and demonstrate excellent behaviour.
• The support of a dedicated, committed, and creative staff team.
• The opportunity to be part of an exceptional school and Trust.
• A strong commitment to professional development through our Trust CPD offer and our CPD company the Northwest Learning Partnership and NW3 Maths Hub, providing unrivalled opportunities for growth.
• An engaging, bespoke curriculum tailored to meet the needs of our learners.
• A supportive School Committee, Directors, and parent community.

Further details about the role

Visit Us: We warmly encourage visits to our school. Please contact school on 01744 734320 to arrange an appointment.

Application Process: To apply, please download the application pack from https://three-saints.org.uk/pages/vacancies/vacancies.htm

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Application Process

Closing Date & Short-listing: Monday 5th January 2026 noon

Interviews: Friday 9th January 2026

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.