We are looking for  enthusiastic and knowledgeable teachers who are committed to getting the best outcomes for pupils, if this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you.  You will be able to build effective working relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues and will adapt your teaching to meet the needs of all pupils.

This is fixed term to cover a period of maternity leave starting from 1 September 2026 until 31 July 2027. The vacancy is for 0.8 FTE.

About us

St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary school located in Mansfield. We are an Ofsted-rated Good school.  We are a fantastic place to work because our school is a  welcoming, inclusive school environment with wonderful children and a supportive and collaborative staff team. Leaders prioritise employees accessing high quality professional development and training opportunities and also place a strong focus on staff wellbeing. 

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

You will:

• Be an excellent practitioner.
• Be a creative, talented, and dynamic teacher who places children at the heart of their teaching.
• Be forward thinking with a positive attitude and great interpersonal skills.
• Be willing to support the aims and vision of Catholic Education in school and within the wider trust.
• Be committed to raising of standards and have a positive approach to behaviour management.
• Be determined to make school life a positive, rewarding, and enjoyable experience for all.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and can work, plan and communicate effectively as part of a friendly and supportive team.   

What’s in it for you?

• A salary of £26,332 - £36,281 per annum (MPS 1-6) (paid pro rata for part time applicants)
• 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 our school in action and meet the team. We also welcome for contact to me made  where the role can be discussed further. To arrange a visit call the Headteacher, Daniel Steele on 01623 489010 or email headteacher@st-philipneri.notts.sch.uk

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.