Description The Governors of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Bodmin are seeking to appoint a positive and inspiring Early Years Leader and Reception class teacher for September 2026. They are keen to accommodate the best candidates who will make a positive impact on our school and standards. Applicants with experience are encouraged to apply. We offer: • A welcoming school with a strong Catholic ethos and a family feel • Children who are polite, happy and motivated to learn • A supportive staff team who genuinely want the best for our pupils • A commitment to your own professional development The successful candidate will: • Be happy to support the Catholic ethos of our school • Be committed to creating challenge, excitement, creativity and independence in learning • Be dedicated to raising standards and be a good role model • Have excellent organisational and communication skills • Be dynamic, resilient and hard working with a positive nature • Be able to work as part of a team and establish positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors and staff • Have a reflective and evaluative approach to their practice Required Start Date: September 2026 Salary: M3-M6 Contract: Permanent Full-time Visits to the school are very much encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Gill Scott, Senior Administrator by email at gillian.scott@plymouthcast.com or contact the school on 01208 73218. A warm welcome awaits. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required. Apply here This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information. Organisation address - St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barn Lane, Bodmin, PL31 1LW Contact email - gillian.scott@plymouthcast.com Website - www.st-marys-bod.cornwall.sch.uk