Year 5 Class Teacher

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL; Gravelly Hill; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Academy Trust is seeking a thoughtful, ambitious teacher to combine strong classroom practice with warm relationships. The role supports pupils to flourish and aligns with the Catholic mission of life to the full.

You will join a school within the trust, with opportunities to collaborate and contribute to ongoing development across the network.

Qualifications

• Clear explanations and strong subject knowledge drive student understanding.
• Assessment data informs next steps and pupil progression.
• Adaptive teaching supports all pupils including SEND and disadvantaged learners.
• Calm routines, safeguarding, and partnerships with families underpin good learning.
• Willingness to contribute to Catholic life and collaborate with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons with clear explanations and ongoing assessment.
• Maintain calm, consistent routines and uphold safeguarding policies.
• Build warm relationships with families and contribute to the school community.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop practice and school development.

Skills

Clear explanations

Strong subject knowledge

Assessment for progression

Adaptive teaching

Safeguarding commitment

Education

QTS / Qualified Teacher Status

ECTs welcomed

Job description

Help our children grow in knowledge, confidence and faith. We are looking for a thoughtful, ambitious teacher who combines strong classroom practice with warm relationships and a belief that every child can flourish. Our Catholic mission is rooted in "life to the full" (John 10:10). Connection, Confidence and Consistency shape how adults work together; our children learn to be kind, make safe choices and try their best.

What you will bring

• Clear explanations, strong subject knowledge and assessment that informs what children need next.
• High expectations and adaptive teaching that enable pupils with SEND and disadvantaged pupils to succeed.
• Calm, consistent routines, a commitment to safeguarding and positive partnerships with families.
• A willingness to contribute to our Catholic life, reflect on practice and learn with colleagues.

ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome. You will join a school within Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Academy Trust, with opportunities to collaborate and contribute to our continuing development.