Join Our Team: Class Teacher
JOB OVERVIEW
At St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Timsbury, we are looking for a dedicated class teacher to deliver high quality lessons while successfully nurturing and inspiring our children. As part of our hardworking and committed team, you will enthuse and motivate children to strive for success while maintaining a healthy learning environment for all children within the school.
WHY CHOOSE US
Come and join St. Mary's CofE Primary, a school rated 'Outstanding' in all 5 areas by Ofsted in October 2024 and known for its deeply supportive and caring culture. The success of the school means we are growing in popularity and size.
Our vision is built on the belief that 'I can do all things', we provide a happy, secure and fully inclusive environment where every child can achieve their best, underpinned by our Christian values of compassion, community, courage, creativity, truthfulness and service. With expansive grounds and a dedicated Forest School site, we use our exceptional outdoor spaces to enrich our curriculum and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Please note that St Mary's Church of England Primary School is an academy as part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership Multi Academy Trust.
We pride ourselves on our strong Christian ethos of care, guidance and support for all stakeholders, as well as that of inclusion and diversity.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential.
Collaborative working within our Trust to support our endeavours to work smarter and achieve an effective balance between home and work.
A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
Excellent CPD opportunities including a two year ECT programme.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
A Good Honours Degree.
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
Excellent curriculum knowledge.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work as a team.
The ability to work towards deadlines.
The ability to motivate both students and your peers.
Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
Excellent attendance and punctuality.
Potential candidates for this role are warmly invited to visit the school or to contact the Head of School for an informal conversation.
As a teacher with us, you will be part of a supportive and professionally rewarding environment, with a comprehensive package of national and local benefits tailored specifically for the teaching profession. We offer a competitive salary, along with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, providing a secure retirement income and family protection. Your terms and conditions of employment are in line with the nationally agreed Burgundy Book, which provides a strong foundation of entitlements. In addition to these national entitlements, we also offer a range of local benefits that support your well-being and professional development, including:
A confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Funded continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free eye tests and flu vaccinations
On-site free parking and low-cost catering
Teachers also have access to a range of national discount schemes, such as the Blue Light Card, offering additional savings on shopping, travel, and leisure.
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
St Mary's C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
