We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Key Stage 1 Teacher to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate teacher who is dedicated to helping children thrive both academically and personally. This role will be available from 1 September 2026 until July 2027.

The successful candidate will teach a Key Stage 1 class and play a key role in supporting our pupils to live out and embody our school values in their learning and relationships. We are looking for someone who creates an engaging and nurturing classroom environment where all children feel supported and inspired to achieve their best.

The successful candidate will:

• Be an enthusiastic and reflective Key Stage 1 teacher

• Have experience of teaching phonics and early reading

• Demonstrate high expectations for learning and behaviour

• Be committed to supporting pupils’ personal development alongside academic progress

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a high-quality curriculum

• Promote and model the school’s values in everyday practice

We can offer:

• Friendly and supportive colleagues

• Enthusiastic, motivated children who enjoy learning

• A welcoming school community

• Opportunities to collaborate and develop professionally

We welcome applications from teachers who are passionate about early learning and supporting children at the start of their educational journey. 

What’s in it for you?

• A salary of £32,916 - £45,352 per annum (MPS 1-6)
• Wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best.
• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.
• Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for teachers.
• Fantastic benefits:
• Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
• Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
• A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.

Visits are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself what a warm and welcoming place we are. We encourage you to talk to us to learn more about the role.  Please contact school office on 0115 915 0296 to arrange a visit or to discuss the role further.

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.  

Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging.   We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants in line with Safer Recruitment Practices.