Job Ref No. ECC3603-124 Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: MPS/UPS
Position Start Date: 23/02/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 16/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: tba
The Christus Catholic Trust and the Local Governing Committee of this vibrant and successful school, wish to appoint, on a fixed term basis, an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher to cover maternity leave. St Thomas' is a popular school, located on an attractive site. It boasts an excellent local reputation and facilities which provides an engaging working and learning environment. We are a 3 form entry school, catering for around 630 pupils from a community which embraces diversity.
Year 2 class
The academy and The Christus Catholic Trust will offer:
* A dynamic and collaborative team of Senior Leaders across the Trust, who work in partnership and are committed to creating an ethos of mutual support and sharing practices, whilst providing an effective Catholic education for the children in our communities
* Support to improve the high standards of learning and achievement in our academy.
We can offer:
* A caring and inclusive school with supportive, enthusiastic and dedicated colleagues, parents, governors and parish
* Happy and enthusiastic children who enjoy school
* An attractive, welcoming and well-resourced environment
* Established support network from SLT and other teachers within the school including high levels of mentoring and support for ECTs
* Opportunities for continuing professional development
The suitable candidate will be:
* A practising Catholic or will be willing to support the Catholic ethos of the school
* An innovative and reflective teacher committed to raising standards
* Passion for teaching and learning seen through excellent practice, a strong classroom presence and a love of learning.
* Positive outlook and interpersonal skills
* High expectations of yourself and the children
Visits to the school are very much encouraged. Please make an appointment to visit the school via Mrs Weale our HR manager.
Telephone: 01375 375826 or email: hr-pa@stthomasofcanterbury.thurrock.sch.uk
Please use our own application form to apply.
A completed application form and all other related documents should be sent by email to hr-pa@stthomasofcanterbury.thurrock.sch.uk
Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
The school and the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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