Our School

At our school, we have approximately 230 children on roll. We have a 56 place EYFS which comprises of both Nursery and Reception aged children. The children in the Infant and Junior Departments are arranged in year groups, with two classes in the infants (Key Stage 1), and four classes in the Juniors (Key Stage 2).

 The school therefore is relatively small, and it has a strong parish and family links, which go back to its opening in 1965. These factors combined with the school's commitment to Gospel values, contribute towards an ethos which is characterised by spirituality, friendship, forgiveness and care.

The school building is single-storey and purpose built, with self contained classrooms clustering around a central hall which is used for assemblies, P.E, performing arts and extra curricular activities. Our library is a bright and inviting place with lots of books for all ages and stages. 

The school grounds are attractive and include: a playing field, tyre track, trim trail, Early Years playground and three hard surface playgrounds.  In the middle of our school building we also have a beautiful Peace Garden which our gardening club have worked really hard to develop into a colourful and welcoming place. 

WHY WORK WITH US?

The Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to providing everyone who works for us with opportunities for professional growth, open and collaborative communication and to work in a vibrant and welcoming environment with wonderful students, supportive staff, governors and parents. All of our schools work closely together to share ideas and to ensure all staff have the opportunity to enhance and develop their career.

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES

CPD

We are committed to providing Continuing Professional Development and give all staff the opportunity to gain further qualifications. Teaching Staff are encouraged to undertake NPQML/NPQSL qualifications. CPD also extends to our Support Staff and recently a number of Teaching Assistants across the Trust have started either an Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship or a Teaching Apprenticeship which enables them to gain a PGCE with QTS. We also have a library of short eLearning courses and fully accredited qualifications that all of our employees can access which are self-paced, enabling you to access training at times that suit you and at your own speed.

Opportunities for Career Progression

All vacancies in any of our schools are advertised across the whole Trust, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience working in a new environment which can result in promotion, personal development and professional growth. Collaboration We work collaboratively with our family of schools, the Diocese of Shrewsbury and the wider community. This has included delivering school-to-school support to schools in difficulty. This work gives staff opportunities to develop their CVs whilst ensuring we fulfil our Catholic mission by providing a service to society and working in partnership with others.

Support Staff Appraisal

We have adopted an open, honest and supportive system to ensure all support staff are regularly appraised, have access to appropriate training and support and have the opportunity to express an interest in developing their career.

Confidential Support

Staff and their immediate families have access to an Employee Assistance Programme which is a free 24-hour helpline and online Health Portal which gives access to qualified and experienced counsellors. We recognise that balancing the pressures of work with the needs of a home life can sometimes be challenging. Our Employee Assistance Programme can provide advice and support on a range of issues including: family, debt management and lifestyle.

Supporting your Well-Being

We are committed to supporting the well-being of all our staff and have recently introduced a Health Cash Plan. Staff can access a range of benefits which includes covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments and health screening. The scheme also gives you access to discounted gym memberships. We also offer the opportunity to receive a flu vaccination each year and a range of free refreshments are also made available across our Schools.

Eyecare Voucher Scheme

If as part of your role, you use a PC or laptop daily for more than an hour and have decided to opt out of the Health Cash Plan, you will be able to request a voucher to pay for an eye test. Should you then be prescribed VDU glasses, we contribute towards the cost of those glasses.

Generous Pension Scheme

Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 23.68% employer contributions, or to the Local Government Pension Scheme for Support Staff (one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of above 20% in most cases).

Development Plans

This is an exciting time in our journey, and we are constantly seeking to grow and develop our offering to staff. Work is underway to extend training opportunities and the employee benefits we provide.

Terms and Conditions

We are committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions of pay for both Teachers and Support Staff on an on-going basis