To start 20th April 2026
Fixed term until 31st August 2026
Join the team at St Marychurch, where wellbeing is central to all that we do. We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment in which people’s views are valued and respected. This is an exciting period for the school under new leadership, with a clear vision to develop the school as a hub of the local community, supporting all those who live and work within it.
In joining St Marychurch CofE Primary and Nursery School, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to develop your teaching and leadership skills in an environment that has a strong focus on CPD whatever career stage you are at. As a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Christian ethos through our school values.
We are looking for someone who:
1. Is an excellent classroom practitioner
2. Has relevant key stage experience
3. Has good phonics knowledge and understanding of early literacy skills
4. Is used to working in positive and proactive ways and collaborating with others to drive high expectations supporting the overall school improvement
5. Is creative and passionate about working with children
6. Will work effectively as part of a close team of staff
7. Will be happy to support the Christian ethos through our school values
We can offer:
8. A class of willing and enthusiastic children
9. A large, well-resourced classroom.
10. A welcoming staff team who are hardworking and committed to achieving the best outcomes
11. High quality continual professional development
12. A supportive PTFA who work hard to provide a wide range of enhancements for the children
13. The opportunity to be part of a community-focused, multi-academy trust
To appreciate all that we have to offer, we welcome potential candidates who would like to arrange a school tour or a conversation with the headteacher. To arrange this please contact the School Office on 01803 329070.
Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. 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 for this post.
Please visit our website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: .
Our commitment to EDI
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.
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