Teacher, St Louis Catholic Primary School
Part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust
Full Time, 1 year FTC
Salary: M1-M6, £32,916 - £45,342 per annum
Start Date: 1st September 2026
‘This is a happy and welcoming school. Pupils are helpful and kind. They live out the school mission ‘to love, wonder and achieve together’…Pupils enjoy school. They feel it is an exciting place to attend. Pupils support each other and work well together.’ Ofsted, 2025
‘There is a strong sense of an inclusive, supportive community where all are welcomed. Relationships are strong and staff are positive role models leading to pupils feeling secure and knowing they are cared for. Pupils with specific needs are cared for sensitively with staff showing a real commitment to the most vulnerable.’ CSI, 2024
Are you an inspirational teacher with a passion for helping every child flourish and nurturing them academically, spiritually, and emotionally? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our warm, welcoming and inclusive school community who wants to make a genuine difference and become part of our caring, values-driven school family.
At St Louis Catholic Primary School, our mission — Love, Wonder and Achieve Together — is at the heart of all we do. Guided by our Gospel values of love, respect, curiosity, resilience, forgiveness, and stewardship, we strive to nurture curious minds, compassionate hearts, and confident learners who make a positive difference in their world.
Our staff are dedicated, supportive and passionate, working hand in hand with families and the wider community to ensure every child is supported to flourish. Our leadership team is committed to staff wellbeing, professional trust and creating an environment where both pupils and adults can thrive.
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or early in your career, if you’re someone who builds strong relationships, enjoys being part of a team and inspires young minds – then we would love to hear from you.
We’re looking for someone who:
At St Louis, you’ll find:
If you are interested in the role, we would love for you to come and visit and experience our school for yourself. Please contact Julie Probert via email: office@sl.thedcet.com or call 01373 463728 to arrange an appointment.
Closing date: Friday 24th April 2026
Start date: 1st September 2026
Please note applications will be reviewed on receipt and we may close the role early.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search including social media platforms of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.
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Mae Vincent
07840543205
recruitment@thedcet.com
St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome would like all candidates to answer some screening questions before completing the application to support them with shortlisting. Here is a preview of the questions:
