Class Teacher = St Gregory’s Catholic Primary School (South Shields)

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust; South Shields; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated teacher to inspire young minds and foster a nurturing environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a supportive community where Gospel Values are central. The ideal candidate will be a committed individual with a passion for education, capable of creating engaging learning experiences that resonate with students. Join a team of motivated staff dedicated to continuous improvement and student success. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant school setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Committed to the Catholic ethos and an excellent classroom practitioner.
• Understanding of Primary and Early Years Curriculum and Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging curriculum and high expectations for all pupils.
• Take responsibility for areas of the curriculum as needed.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Assessment Strategies

Team Collaboration

Commitment to Catholic Ethos

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Salary: M1-UPS3
Start date: 1st September 2025
Contract: Full time- permanent

CEO: Mr T.B. Tapping
Headteacher: Miss. E. Shaughnessy

St Gregory’s Catholic Primary School

St. Gregory’s is a good school with outstanding behaviour and attitudes and personal development.
The quality of relationships at all levels is outstanding and contributes to this being a happy school
where Gospel Values are at the centre of school life (CSI & Ofsted 2023).

What can we offer our staff?
• enthusiastic, caring and well-behaved children
• friendly, hard-working and motivated staff, committed to the further development of our
school
• a supportive professional environment
• supportive parents, governors and parish community

We are looking for a teacher who:
• is a committed, practising Catholic or is fully supportive of the Catholic ethos of our school
• is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• has a clear understanding of the Primary and Early Years Curriculum and Assessment
• have high expectations of themselves and others
• is committed to raising standards within the curriculum
• can take responsibility for an area of the curriculum (as/when required)
• has high expectations of all pupils is willing to contribute and work effectively as part of a
team dedicated to school improvement
• has a desire to create and engaging curriculum, full of learning experiences that the children
will remember and be inspired by

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Please contact the Headteacher Miss. E. Shaughnessy via the school office on 0191 4552909 for
an appointment to visit school or for enquiries regarding this role.

St Gregory’s Catholic Primary school is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is
one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary
and twenty five Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being
committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.

All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email to [e-mail] by 9am on Thursday 15th May 2025. Please ensure the application is made on a CES (Catholic Education Service) form as CVs will not be accepted. Applications not on the correct form will not be considered. All relevant forms should be submitted.

Lesson observations and interviews will be held on Tuesday 20th May 2025.

Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to
their application when circumstances allow.

The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and
a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of preemployment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming
applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting
the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this
commitment.

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