Thank you for your enquiry about the post of Class Teacher at St Cuthbert’s Catholic Academy. This temporary position offers an exciting opportunity for an Early Careers teacher or more experienced professional, ready to join our team of dedicated staff for a full year. This is to cover maternity leave starting on 23rd February 2026 (start of Spring 2) until 12th February 2027 (end of Spring 1). The position would be within our year two classroom in the first instance, until the end of this academic year. The position could remain in Year 2 for the start of the new academic year (2026/27), or an alternative year group considered.

St Cuthbert’s is part of the Blessed Edward Bamber Multi Academy Trust (BEBCMAT) and has a particularly close and unique relationship with Christ the King Catholic Academy (both schools are led by the same leadership team). We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled teacher who will support the schools’ aspirations for improving the life chances of the children and families we serve.

The position advertised involves teaching within our Year 2 learning environment that will in turn make a significant contribution to the positive educational outcomes of our children.

Our motto at St Cuthbert’s is: “In kindness and faith we belong.” Staff embrace this vision for our pupils and school wholeheartedly. Our goal at St Cuthbert’s is to create, with our pupils, a loving Catholic learning community in which they are able to thrive and reach their potential, growing into confident, thoughtful and happy young people. This is the heart of our Catholic identity and is the basis of our children’s spiritual and moral education.

Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Monday 2nd February 2026 – midday
Shortlisting date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Interview dates: Friday 6th February 2026

Post Details:
Grade: Teachers’ Pay Range
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Range
Contract: Fixed Term to cover maternity leave until 12th February 2027 or until the substantive postholder returns
Hours: Full Time
Start Date: 23rd February 2026