KS2 Teacher - Fixed Term Contract covering Maternity Leave

The Governing Body of St. Matthias CE Primary School in Malvern are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic Teacher to join our inspirational team as maternity cover. St Matthias is a Church school, we positively follow the school vision and we are proud to serve the local community delivering an ever-improving education within an adaptive, supportive environment enabling all to flourish. Our staff are determined to make improvements and ensure that every child has an excellent education within a safe space.

Our school family values us all as unique individuals and children of God. We aspire to be the best version of ourselves; believing that through the gifts God has given us, we can make a positive contribution, flourish and achieve together to make a difference in our ever-changing world.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a flourishing team where focused CPD supports teaching, learning and wellbeing, to always improve outcomes for all groups of children and staff. If you would like to join our school family and feel you have the vision and drive to continue our positive journey within the Spire Multi Academy Trust please see below as we strongly encourage you to visit us.

We are looking for an individual who needs to be resilient, hardworking and must be committed to raising the level of achievement for all pupils, regardless of their background or need. We are looking for an excellent practitioner for Key Stage 2 with experience of SEND or willingness to develop knowledge of SEND. Candidates are encouraged to share their expertise within Key Stage 2, focusing on the strong knowledge of the curriculum and evidence of raising attainment for all groups of pupils. We encourage candidates to talk about areas of the curriculum they may be able to lead or have been involved in developing or may like to lead in the future.

We can offer you a welcoming team committed to improving outcomes for all children and as part of The Spire Church of England Learning Trust, the successful candidates will have access to excellent professional development opportunities as the Trust values and promotes continued CPD and can offer great support and progression to all staff.

Applications from ECT’s are welcome.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post 

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role’ 

St Matthias Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure, two positive references, medical clearance and evidence of appropriate qualifications.  

Alternatively you can download an application form below. 

Applications are returnable directly to the school via email or post. 

Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. 

Online Search 

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates.  This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. 

Hours: Full Time

Location: St Matthias CofE Primary, Cromwell Road, Malvern Link, Worcestershire, WR14 1NA 

Contract: Fixed Term Contract to cover Maternity Leaver required from September 2024 (Subject to Satisfactory Clearance)

Closing date: Thursday 9th May 2024 at 12 noon 

Interviews: week beginning 20th May 2024