Salary: M1 – UPS3
Start Date: 1st September 2025 – 31st August 2026
Contract: Fixed Term, Full Time
CEO: Mr T.B. Tapping
Headteacher: Mrs L. Peart
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
The governors of this popular and successful school wish to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated class teacher to join our outstanding Team and work with our wonderful children. The successful candidate for this role will be an individual with clear passion and vision for teaching and confidence in their abilities as an Early Years/Key Stage 1 practitioner. The position is for a fixed term of one academic year linked to pupil numbers.
The individual must be able to show that they are:
* Able to support the Catholic ethos of our school
* Able to build good working relationships with pupils and adults
* Organised and able to work as part of our team
* Able to deliver high quality learning experiences for our pupils
* Able to manage children and have positive behaviour management skills
* Positive with a ‘can do’ attitude
* Committed to safeguarding
* Experienced in monitoring/evaluating
Main duties of the post:
* Previous experience in Early Years Foundation Stage/Key Stage 1 is desirable
* The ability to create a dynamic and stimulating learning environment
* Be willing to make a significant contribution to the wider life of the school
* Be open to new ideas and positive change
* Be a highly effective classroom practitioner who is passionate about education
* Be an excellent role model for staff and pupils and a source of inspiration
* Be a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Be committed to raising standards and attainment for all children
The post is an ideal opportunity for a committed, proactive person to join our dedicated Team who are passionate in ensuring that our pupils receive the best education and primary school experience within a caring environment.
St. John Bosco Catholic Primary School is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary and twenty-five Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.
All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email to office@stjohnboscosunderland.org.uk by 12 noon on Monday 12th May 2025. Applications are required and CV’s will not be accepted. For enquiries regarding this role, please contact the School Office on 0191 5368090.
Shortlisting will take place on 14th May 2025
Interviews will be held on 22nd and 23rd May 2025
Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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