ARCHDIOCESE OF BIRMINGHAM ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL Blue Lane East, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 8HN. Tel: 01922 720063 Email: postbox@st-patricks.walsall.sch.uk CLASS TEACHER REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 SALARY: MAIN SCALE/UPR: £32,916 – £51,048, dependent upon experience The Governors at St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint an experienced, highly motivated and creative teacher, who is preferably a practising Catholic, to join our happy, friendly school and cheerfully uphold our Catholic Mission. The appointment would suit an ambitious and innovative practitioner who would like to be involved in the next stage of the school’s development. St. Patrick’s Catholic Primary School is committed to continuous professional development to support career progression. Candidates should have a passion for developing outstanding practice in teaching and learning. St. Patrick’s recent Inspection (February 2026) stated “Staff at all levels put the pupils at the heart of what they do” and “Pupils enjoy their learning”. We are looking for a teacher who:- Is strongly supportive of the Catholic ethos of our school Demonstrate excellent teaching and learning and use assessment to inform next steps in learning. Demonstrate high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour Has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills Will be able to contribute significantly across Key Stage One or Key Stage Two Ideally has experience of teaching RE in a Catholic school Will work in partnership with staff, governors, parents and the wider community We can offer you: A happy learning environment where everyone is valued A highly motivated staff team Children who are fun to be with and are motivated by enjoyable learning experiences Support for your own professional development Enthusiastic and supportive parents Committed governors who support all aspects of the school Informal visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged by appointment with the Executive Headteacher. Applications must be on CES Application Forms. 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 St Patrick’s school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Closing Date for applications: 12 noon Monday 11th May, 2026. Lesson observations and interviews will place week commencing 18th May, 2026.