WALSALL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL ARCHDIOCESE OF BIRMINGHAM ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL Blue Lane East, WALSALL, West Midlands, WS2 8HN. Tel: 01922 720063. Fax: 01922 624144. Email: postbox@st-patricks.walsall.sch.uk MATERNITY COVER TEMPORARY NURSERY CLASS TEACHER REQUIRED FROM JANUARY 2026 FOR APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR. MAIN SCALE/UPS. M1-M6: £32,016-£45,352 UPS1-UPS3: £47,472-,£51,048 Required for Spring Term 2026 or as soon as possible afterwards. The Governing Body of this popular school wish to recruit an EYFS trained and enthusiastic professional with excellent classroom practice to join our friendly and committed team. This temporary post is not suitable for ECT’s. The successful applicant will have:- A passion for teaching in the Early Years Be a practising Catholic or supportive of our strong Catholic ethos and vision Good to outstanding classroom practice, with high expectations and commitment to raising standards Ability to lead a curriculum area or do so in the future Clear understanding of the EYFS curriculum We can offer:- Happy children who behave well A vibrant Catholic community Supportive Governors and parents Opportunities to develop professionally Informal visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged by appointment with the Headteacher. Applications must be on a CES Application Form. Applications on other forms or CV’s will not be accepted. Further information and an application pack can be obtained by contacting the school on 01922 720063 or by e-mail: postbox@st-patricks.walsall.sch.uk The Authority/School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and will be expected to provide two suitable references. Closing Date for applications: Friday 17 th October, 2025 at 12 noon. Interviews will take place during week commencing 20 th October, 2025.