Mainscale Teacher suitable for ECTs EYFS/KS1 & KS2 - Catshill First School and Nursery

Catshill First School & Nursery; Worcester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Catshill First School & Nursery in Worcestershire invites applications for a Mainscale Teacher (full-time) suitable for Early Careers Teachers, covering EYFS, KS1 and KS2. The role starts January or April 2027, subject to satisfactory clearances.

The school emphasises kindness, aspiration and self-belief, with a strong culture of relationships, safeguarding, and professional development for staff.

Qualifications

• Has strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Can inspire, challenge and motivate pupils.
• Brings positivity, creativity and a willingness to grow.
• Has experience in Early Years, KS1 or KS2 (both welcome).

Responsibilities

• Has strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Can inspire, challenge and motivate pupils.
• Brings positivity, creativity and a willingness to grow.
• Has experience in Early Years, KS1 or KS2 (both welcome).
• Is committed to improving outcomes for all learners.
• Embodies and promotes our values of kindness, aspiration and self‑belief.

Job description

Mainscale Teacher (full-time) suitable for ECTs -EYFS/KS1 & KS2

Catshill First School & Nursery is a welcoming, positive and inclusive community where every child is nurtured and challenged to succeed. Our culture is built on strong relationships and a shared belief that every pupil can flourish. As a school, we live out our values of kindness, aspiration and self‑belief in everything we do — and we are looking for a teacher who will help us model and strengthen these values every day.

We are seeking a talented, enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher with a passion to join our team from January or April 2027 (Subject to satisfactory clearances)

Why Teach in a First School & Nursery?

Working in a First School & Nursery offers a unique and rewarding experience:

• Excellent behaviour – pupils are eager to please, responsive to routines and genuinely enjoy school life.
• The joy of learning – without the pressure of GCSEs, teaching can focus on curiosity, exploration and deep understanding.
• Younger learners, big enthusiasm – pupils bring energy, humour and openness, making every day engaging and uplifting.
• Strong relationships – you get to know pupils well and play a key role in shaping their attitudes to learning before they move to high school.

It’s a phase where great teaching has a huge impact — and where teachers often rediscover the joy of the profession.

About Us

Catshill Middle School and Catshill First School have recently joined the Spire Church of England Learning Trust, an exciting step that brings new opportunities for staff and pupils. The Trust currently comprises six schools, all working together to raise standards and improve outcomes for the children and families we serve.

As part of the Trust, you will benefit from:

• Excellent professional development and career progression
• Strong curriculum support and subject networks
• A collaborative culture across all schoolsA commitment to staff wellbeing and growth

Our federation with Catshill Middle School also provides highly effective transition for pupils and rich opportunities for staff collaboration.

About the Role

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Has strong interpersonal and organisational skills
• Can inspire, challenge and motivate pupils
• Brings positivity, creativity and a willingness to grow
• Has experience in Early Years, KS1 or KS2 (both welcome)
• Is committed to improving outcomes for all learners
• Embodies and promotes our values of kindness, aspiration and self‑belief

You will join a caring, supportive and forward‑thinking staff team with a genuine ‘can‑do’ attitude to development and change.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post

Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website Catshill First School – Catshill Federation is a nurturing community that challenges all to succeed

We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Hours: Full time

Grade: Teachers Main Pay Range to Upper Pay Range £34,069 - £52,835 p.a.

Location: Catshill First School and Nursery, Gibb Lane, Catshill, Bromsgrove B61 0JP

Closing Date:Friday 27th November 2026 at 9am

Interviews: Friday 4th December 2026