Class Teacher - Key Stage 1 Ref. TV09125

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher for Key Stage One. This full-time, fixed-term position offers a supportive environment for Early Career Teachers, with opportunities for professional development and a commitment to a strong Catholic ethos. The role starts in September 2025, with a competitive salary range of £31,650 to £33,483.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Supportive ECT mentor

Comprehensive induction package

Qualifications

• Commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Dedication to professional development.
• High expectations of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality learning experiences for all children.
• Work collaboratively with staff and parents.
• Support the school's Catholic ethos.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

The Archdiocese of Birmingham in partnership withWalsall Metropolitan Borough Council

St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School

Rough Hay Road, Darlaston WS10 8HN

‘Guided by Jesus, Learning together, Striving for excellence’

Class Teacher – Key Stage One

M1 – M2 (Full Time, Fixed Term 12 months)

Required for September 2025

The governors are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic teacher, who is supportive of the Catholic ethos of the school, to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will work as part of our staff team and will be committed to providing high quality learning experiences for all children. The school is a welcoming, friendly learning community, living out its mission day to day: ‘Guided by Jesus, Learning together, Striving for excellence’.

St. Joseph’s school is a thriving and vibrant single form entry primary school. It is a fully inclusive community where every individual, and the contributions that they make, are valued. The school’s last OFSTED inspection took place in April 2023 when St. Joseph’s was judged to be an ‘Outstanding school’ where, ‘Leaders are highly ambitious for every child to be the best that they can be.’

This role presents an excellent opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to develop and flourish within a supportive and nurturing environment.

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Be willing to support and contribute to the outstanding Catholic ethos of the school.
• Demonstrate a love of learning and dedication to their own professional development.
• Have high expectations of pupils and be an excellent classroom practitioner.
• Have good organisational skills and be able to communicate effectively with children, parents and staff.
• Show enthusiasm for collaborative team-work and sharing best practice with others.

We can offer you:

• A friendly, welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos;
• Happy, well-behaved children who enjoy coming to school;
• Excellent CPD opportunities;
• A commitment to help you further your career;
• A comprehensive induction package, supportive ECT mentor and dedicated ECT time
• A committed, dedicated staff and Governing Body;
• A school where we daily try to live our Mission Statement of “Guided by Jesus, Learning together, Striving for Excellence”.

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Salary: M1 – M2 (£31,650 - £33,483)

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025 at 12 noon

Interview Date: Friday 13th June 2025

Applicants must apply using a CES application form which can be obtained along with a full application pack from the school.

All information is available on the school website at: www.st-josephs.walsall.sch.uk

The completed form should be addressed to: The Chair of Governors, Mr Hugh Carroll and returned to the school.

To request an application pack, arrange a visit or find out more, please contact the school direct on 0121 568 6496 or e-mail us at: [e-mail].

St. Joseph’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and an on-line recruitment search of the candidate (KCSIE 2024)

We are committed to Equal Opportunities.