Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Bosco CET; Chichester; Híbrido; GBP 33 000 - 45 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Cycle to Work Scheme

On-site parking

Employee Wellbeing and Assistance

Well-equipped classrooms and tech

Career progression within the Trust

Excellent mentoring for ECTs

Resumo da oferta

St Richard’s Catholic Primary School in Chichester is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from April 2027 to December 2027. The post is for a Year 3/4 class within a warm, faith-based community that values high standards and supportive teamwork.

The role welcomes both experienced teachers and ECTs, with induction and mentoring supported by the Bosco Catholic Education Trust and Diocese. A caring environment and strong pupil development are key priorities.

Qualificações

• Is passionate about teaching and learning.
• Has high expectations for all pupils.
• Creates a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• Committed to helping every child reach their full potential.
• Supports the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Wishes to contribute to the wider life of the school community.

Responsabilidades

• Teach a mixed Year 3/4 class from April 2027 until December 2027.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community.
• Engage in induction, mentoring and professional development.
• Collaborate with Bosco Catholic Education Trust and the Diocese.

Conhecimentos

Passion for teaching

Team collaboration

Inclusive classroom

Catholic ethos understanding

Support for ECTs

Descrição da oferta de emprego

## Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)### We are searching for the best education professionals* Job openings* Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)NEWFast Apply# Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)Employer: St Richard’s Catholic Primary School, ChichesterLocation: Chichester, West SussexContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: Until 31st December 2027Salary: MPS (£32,916 - £45,350) depending on current scalePosted: 6th November 2026Expires: 30th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 12th April 2027Job ID: 1582543Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesJob Reference: MAT027* Share :* Print**Join Our School Family**St Richard's Catholic Primary School is a welcoming, vibrant and faith-filled community, committed to providing an excellent education rooted in Gospel values. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher to join our supportive and hardworking team on a temporary maternity cover contract.The successful candidate will teach a mixed Year 3/4 class from April 2027 until December 2027.This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a successful and happy school where every child is known, valued and nurtured to reach their full potential academically, socially and spiritually.**About Us**St Richard's is a proud Catholic school where our faith is at the heart of everything we do. We are part of the Bosco Catholic Education Trust, a family of schools working collaboratively to share expertise, support one another and provide high-quality professional development opportunities.We work closely with the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton to ensure strong spiritual leadership and support for our Catholic life and mission.Our school is known for its:* Warm, inclusive and supportive community* Strong Catholic ethos and values* Commitment to teamwork and staff wellbeing* Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning* High expectations for behaviour and achievement* Positive relationships between staff, pupils and familiesWe are a small, successful and happy school, combining a caring Catholic ethos with enthusiastic learners. Behaviour is strong due to our commitment to high expectations and a positive approach to learning.At St Richard's, we take Jesus Christ as the centre of all that we do: to know, to love and to serve. Our Catholic faith underpins school life and shapes the experiences we provide for our children every day.This role would suit a teacher who is passionate about making a real impact in the classroom and contributing to the wider life of our school. You will work in a warm, friendly and supportive environment where every member of staff plays an essential role in helping our children to know, love and serve God, one another and the wider community.**The Role**We are looking for a teacher who:* Is passionate about teaching and learning* Has high expectations for all pupils* Creates a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment* Works effectively as part of a team* Is committed to helping every child achieve their full potential* Supports and promotes the Catholic ethos of the school* Wishes to contribute to the wider life of the school communityApplications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).We provide a strong programme of induction, mentoring and professional development through both the Bosco Catholic Education Trust and the Diocese.**Do I Have to Be Catholic?**No.Our Catholic faith is what makes St Richard's such a special place to work and learn, but we warmly welcome applications from candidates of all faiths and none who are supportive of our values and ethos.Only certain leadership positions within Catholic schools require practising Catholic applicants. This teaching post is open to all suitably qualified candidates.**We Offer*** A friendly, supportive and dedicated staff team* Well-behaved, motivated children who are eager to learn* A strong sense of community* A leadership team committed to staff development and wellbeing* High-quality professional development through Bosco Catholic Education Trust* Excellent support and mentoring for ECTs* Employee Wellbeing and Assistance Programme* Topic-focused staff meetings* Extensive staff benefits through Bosco Catholic Education Trust* Well-equipped classrooms and technology* Cycle to Work Scheme* On-site parking* Opportunities for career progression within the Trust**Visits to the School**Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. We would be delighted to show prospective candidates around and answer any questions you may have.Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.**Key Dates**Application Deadline: Monday 30 November 2026Shortlisting: Tuesday 1 December 2026Interviews: Thursday 10 December 2026### AttachmentsNotes to ApplicantsJob description Class Teacher TMS### Safeguarding Statement:St Richards Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.